Monster (2023)

Other name: 怪物, 괴물, Kaibutsu, L'Innocence, Монстр

Description:

Monster is a gripping drama that unfolds an unsettling mystery through multiple perspectives. The story begins when a mother notices increasingly strange behavior in her young son, Minato. Deeply troubled, she grows concerned that something is terribly wrong. Her investigations lead her to believe that a teacher is responsible for her son's distress, prompting her to storm into the school, demanding explanations and justice.

However, the initial confrontation is only the first layer of a complex truth. As the narrative progresses, events are skillfully presented from the distinct viewpoints of the anxious mother, the implicated teacher, and the child at the heart of the enigma. This unique storytelling approach gradually peels back the layers of perception and misunderstanding, allowing the full, nuanced truth to emerge. Through these shifting perspectives, the film challenges assumptions and ultimately reveals what truly happened.

Duration: 2 hr. 6 min.

Director: Koreeda Hirokazu [是枝裕和]

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2023

Genre:Drama; Family; School; Thriller