Director Hamaguchi Ryūsuke on Film Ethics, Creativity, and “Evil Does Not Exist”

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Ōmika Hitoshi, who plays Takumi, was originally Hamaguchi’s driver during his research trip. Hamaguchi later offered him the lead role in the film. (© 2023 Neopa/Fictive)

The relationship between the two talent agency employees and Takumi evolves over time. (© 2023 Neopa/Fictive)

Exquisite natural scenery almost becomes another character. (© 2023 Neopa/Fictive)