Utsubora (2023)

Other name: ウツボラ, 雙面少女, Utsubora: The Story of a Novelist

Description:

Utsubora unfolds a dark psychological drama initiated by the mysterious death of a beautiful woman named Aki. Soon after, acclaimed novelist Mizorogi is confronted by Sakura, who introduces herself as Aki's twin sister. Sakura reveals Mizorogi's acclaimed novel is, in fact, a blatant plagiarism of Aki's original work, "Utsubora." Possessing the genuine manuscript, Sakura begins to subtly guide Mizorogi with her unsettling "suggestions," leading him down a path of profound psychological darkness. As the acclaimed writer grapples with his literary theft and the escalating manipulation, dedicated detectives launch a relentless investigation into the true circumstances surrounding Aki's suspicious demise. This intricate narrative, adapted from the manga by Nakamura Asumiko, promises a suspenseful exploration of identity, originality, and the devastating consequences of stolen art.

Airs On: Mar 24, 2023

Producer: WOWOW

Director: Hara Hiroto [原廣利]

Country: Japanese

Status: Upcoming

Released: 2023

Genre:Drama; Investigation; Manga; Miniseries; Mystery; Psychological