DumBeast (2009)

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In the hilarious dark comedy DumBeast, an anxious editor travels to a remote Sumo village to track down the missing, award-nominated writer Deko. With a prestigious award ceremony fast approaching, the editor must bring Deko back to receive his honors. However, the rescue mission takes a bizarre turn. The editor soon discovers that Deko is in grave danger, not from outside threats, but from his own weird friends. Furious over a tell-all book Deko wrote detailing their most embarrassing memories, these eccentric companions are desperately trying to murder him. The twist? Despite their relentless and elaborate attempts at assassination, Deko is completely oblivious. His sheer, monumental dumbness keeps him from realizing that his friends are trying to end his life. This cluelessness turns dangerous traps into accidental strokes of luck, making for a wild, laugh-out-loud ride. Can the editor successfully navigate this deadly minefield of friendship and stupidity to get Deko to the stage alive? DumBeast delivers a brilliant mix of dark humor, oblivious survival, and chaotic friendship.

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2009

Genre:Comedy; Drama