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The Smiling Man (2020)
Director: Masayuki Ochiai
Cast: Tori Matsuzaka, Machiko Ono, Katsuhisa Namase, Yoji Tanaka
Runtime101 min
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Based on a novel of by Nukui Tokuro, Hohoemu Hito tells the story of Nito Toshimi who, after graduating from Japan’s most difficult university and founding a job at a major city bank, marries Shoko and have a daughter, Amina. Nito, while leading a life that looks like the picture of happiness and being the envy of everyone, is charged with the murder of his wife and young child. At his trial, he reveals a shocking motive for the crime: “I wanted space for books.”
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The Smiling Man is a 2020 TV movie directed by Masayuki Ochiai. Based on a novel by Nukui Tokuro, the film follows a banker named Nito Toshimi who is charged with the murder of his wife and child, revealing a shocking motive. However, details about the critical or public reception of this film are not readily available.
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Directed by Masayuki Ochiai, The Smiling Man from 2020 is a captivating mystery-drama that delves into the complex motives behind a shocking crime. With its strong performances and exploration of the human psyche, this film will particularly engage fans of psychological thrillers and character-driven dramas.