Hell Is Other People (2024) Movie Script
Bugs eat up everything in their path.
The land in front of you
may look like the Garden of Eden.
However, behind you
is a barren wilderness.
Nothing can escape from it.
MOM
What're you doing?
We're standing in line.
-Are you drunk?
-What? What are you?
Mister, get on! He's just a pain
in the ass so leave him alone.
Oh, okay
No, it's dangerous!
Stop doing that!
Hey, stop doing that!
Wait, stop it!
Stop.
My goodness, it's dangerous!
You'll kill him.
Get off me!
I'm gonna kill him!
I'll kill him!
Do you want to get arrested
and fired from your job?
I'm sorry.
Excuse me, Sir.
Are you getting on or not?
MISSED CALL
YUU, NOT COMING HOME TONIGHT?
STILL ANGRY ABOUT THIS MORNING?
Sir, are you traveling?
No, I'm here to look for a job.
As expected, you're a country boy.
In Tokyo, you should never
get involved in other people's fights.
There are plenty of stories about people
who got killed for that.
Anyway, humans are the most dangerous.
Have you ever heard the phrase,
'Hell is other people?'
MOM, I'M SORRY.
I WON'T BE COMING HOME ANYMORE.
I LEFT BROTHER'S HOSPITAL MONEY
IN THE LIVING ROOM DRAWER.
THAT'S ALL I HAVE.
Hi, baby!
What brings you here?
-Hi.
-Hi.
Oh, sorry.
LAW SCHOOL ENTRANCE EXAM
THESIS PRACTICE BOOK
-It's OK.
-Come on in.
Wow, you're studying hard.
That's great.
When did you get here?
How many days are you staying?
Well
Actually, it's not that
I was wondering
if it's possible from today.
What's possible?
I mean
Us living together.
What do you mean?
I mean
You know, just like you.
I want to test my ability here.
What does your mother say?
What's that look?
HELL IS OTHER PEOPLE
SHAREHOUSE 'ARK'
RENT 20,000 YEN/MONTH
Next news.
On February 22nd,
about the murder at a holiday home
in Yamanashi Prefecture,
we have new information.
-According to the police
-Excuse me.
Who are you?
Oh, the one who called earlier!
Gosh, you're such a pretty boy.
-College student?
-No, I'm an office worker.
You're very fresh!
Wait, I'll give you the key.
Okay.
Move over!
What do you think will happen
standing in my way?
I'm sorry.
He's so mean.
Here's your key.
I'm just looking.
I haven't decided to move in.
Oh, really?
Don't worry about him.
That thug will be gone soon.
Just stay here tonight.
It's free of charge for the night
but I'm sure you'll love this place.
The monthly rent is only 20,000 yen,
due in advance at the start of each month.
You can use all the facilities freely.
You can smoke on the rooftop.
Oh, the 4th floor is off-limits
because it's being remodeled.
Never go in there
because it's dangerous.
How are you?
I'm staying here tonight.
Except for that thug,
everyone here is nice.
So, please make yourself at home.
It's so small.
I couldn't afford to show off
and take a taxi.
I can't believe
you've squandered like this.
No, it's not that
There was a sale around here.
If you keep eating this kind of crap,
the preservatives will ruin your body.
Have you met other residents?
Well, not yet
This kind of place is a garbage dump.
You're young,
get out of here quick.
How long have you been here?
About a week?
The lady at the counter said
you'll be leaving soon.
What? What a mean hag.
Does she want to kick me out?
That's annoying.
I'm not leaving here for half a year!
Crazy old broad
I'm Yamaguchi, Room 305.
Thanks for the food.
DESIGNER JOB SEARCH WEBSITE
Please be quiet.
-What?
-Your mouse is making a lot of noise.
I'm sorry.
Hey!
Hey, I've got you.
What were you doing in my room?
It hurts. Get off me.
You just came out of my room.
Don't play dumb, asshole.
Get off me.
-What did you do in my room?
-What's going on?
Oh, a new resident?
I'm Maru, Room 306.
Are you kidding me?
I'm gonna kill you.
I'm sorry.
Please forgive me.
Mr. Yamaguchi, calm down.
It's so loud.
How do you do, Mr. Yuu Matsui?
My name is Kirishima.
Welcome to the 'Ark.'
Everyone who wants to be reborn
has to end up here.
You are interesting.
Assholes, keep it down!
You bastard!
I'll take care of it.
You can go back to your room.
Hey, moron!
Open the door now!
-Open the door!
-You'll break the door!
What's all this?
Mr. Yamaguchi?
Mr. Yamaguchi?
What the
Young man.
What are you doing here?
Did you sleep well last night?
Yes
I'm sorry about yesterday.
That thug here caused a ruckus
but it's okay now.
He left this morning.
What?
He said he'd stay half a year
You know what?
People staying in places like this often
leave abruptly without saying a word.
Anyway, that gangster has gone
and it's good for all of us.
You're also a resident as of today.
I'm sorry but
I don't think I can stay here after all.
No? How come?
There's no place
cheaper than this around here.
Besides, only good people
are left here now, right?
Well, I'll let you stay here until tonight
to make up your mind.
Oh, shit!
You're nothing but a dead body!
Yes, it serves you right!
Over here, Yuu.
Kanji.
It's been a long time.
You've changed a lot.
You haven't changed a bit.
It's been 4 years
since I graduated from college, right?
Yes, that's right.
Good morning.
-Coffee, please.
-Thank you.
How did you know I'm in Tokyo?
I haven't told anyone.
I'm not a human GPS.
While headhunting, I recalled you
wasting away in the countryside.
CEO & PRESIDENKOYAMA KANJI
Oh? Kanji, are you a CEO now?
CEO in name only.
It's a startup with only 2 employees.
That's still great.
How about you being the third one?
What?
I heard you used to work
at a cell phone store.
You studied Design,
so wasting it is a shame.
Your coffee is here.
What? Don't hesitate.
If you got a job somewhere else,
just kick it off.
No, I'm happy with your offer but
By the way, are you still seeing her?
Was it Megumi, right?
She's also in Tokyo, right?
Do you two live together?
Uh, no.
I haven't even met her properly yet.
Did you fight?
Tired of the long-distance relationship,
did she find someone else?
Definitely not.
What's that sulky face?
You never change.
Yuu
Hi.
Megumi, the thing is
Are you seeing someone besides me?
What're you talking about?
I'm sorry about yesterday.
You know, from your point of view
My sudden decision to quit my job
and go to graduate school
might have seemed
like I was acting on a whim.
But, I've been thinking about it
since last year.
Living for 24 years of my life,
I wasn't sure
if I'd ever done anything wholeheartedly.
So this year, I'm going to give it
the best shot I've ever had in my life.
But my savings are not enough
so I asked my parents
to help me with the rent this year.
In that situation, I can't tell them
that I want to live with you, can I?
Where did you sleep last night?
I'll find a place to stay.
I'm going to work hard in this city
and make a lot of money.
I'll also get a nice, big house here.
So, after your exam is over
Ms. Future Judge,
would you come and live with me?
Guilty.
Guilty?
Guilty?
I see.
I'll take you home.
Thank you.
-Do you want to ride on it?
-Yes, please.
Wait a second.
Guilty!
If you do this, it's the death penalty.
-Are you okay?
-I'm fine.
Cheer up.
Cheering up for what?
-Just cheer up.
-OK.
-I feel good.
-Yeah. It's nice today.
It's so nice.
Yuu!
I couldnt help it.
Isn't it heavy?
Not heavy at all.
Isn't it?
No way
THIS IS WHERE I START OVER
Good morning.
Now that we're all here,
let me introduce him.
This is a junior at my college
who'll be working as a trainee from today.
I'm Yuu Matsui. Nice to see you.
Mr. Yuu, you're so handsome.
Doesn't he look like him?
The guy with a cute face
and very popular these days.
Ms. Chiharu, he has a girlfriend.
So, don't look at him like that.
Really? How shocking.
Are you embarrassed?
No, I'm not.
OK, let's get to work.
Yes.
Let's keep the sales rolling
and the headcount growing!
This is your seat.
Mr. Kubota, please take care of him well.
I'm counting on you.
Teach me a lot, please.
Here you go.
You didn't spit in here, did you?
What?
What?
Can't you do this simple thing?
Are you sure you study design?
I wonder how you got the degree.
As a favor hire, at least work hard.
Tomorrow's the deadline!
I'm already swamped.
Why are you trying to slow me down?
I'm sorry.
Thank you for waiting so long.
Let me check it for you.
It was our mistake.
I'll fix it and send it this month
I apologize and thank you.
Yes, Sir.
Hi, young man.
How are you today?
Is something wrong?
Ma'am.
Isn't it wrong for others to
freely enter my room?
Of course not!
That's what the lock is for, isn't it?
What's wrong?
I put some cup ramen and liquor in here
Since it's a communal living space,
they'll be gone if you leave them here.
If you don't mind, please have it.
Thank you.
Would you like some grilled meat?
The meat in the fridge here
is free and infinitely refillable.
The counter lady's friend
is a meat wholesaler.
So, please help yourself.
In that case
Thank you very much.
What do you do, Mr. Yuu?
I work in design.
Sounds like me.
I also deconstruct, disassemble,
and assemble it again.
That's what I do.
Have you heard of the word 'Gu Poison?'
No.
I think it's a type of curse
from ancient China.
If you trap a bunch of poisonous insects
and make them fight one another,
the last one standing is imbued
with a powerful curse venom.
It's a silly superstition,
but it's fun as a game.
If we collect a bunch of insects
and let them starve
until they eat each other,
we don't know which one will survive
In the end
We observe and enjoy something like that.
Which one do you think
will survive in the end, Mr. Yuu?
The strongest one
With good stamina, right?
I'll bet on this one.
No, it's well-grilled.
Help yourself.
Thank you.
What's the taste of the turd meat like?
What?
Just kidding.
What's wrong?
I was just joking.
I'm sorry.
It tasted a bit astringent.
I'm really tired today.
Let me go back to my room.
That's weird.
It's just slaughtered fresh meat.
Scumbag.
You're gonna cry and whine anyway, right?
What did you just say?
Scumbag? Hey!
THANK YOU FOR THE DELIVERY
WILL CONTACT AFTER CONFIRMATION.
Here's the food you ordered.
-As always, thank you.
-Thank you.
Please enjoy your meal.
I'm sorry for making you work nights,
but thanks to your hard work,
we successfully completed
the delivery again.
Also, let's welcome
our newbie who just joined.
For Mr. Yuu Matsui!
Cheers!
-Cheers!
-Cheers!
The pizza here is really delicious.
Ms. Chiharu never agrees with me.
Please don't bother me.
Mr. Kubota,
what do you think of our rising star?
There's a limit to being useless.
This guy is just a waste of money.
-Hey, hold on.
-You're saying it again
Since he's new,
let's not be too hard on him.
He bravely followed his girl
and lives in a crappy sharehouse.
Really? How does it feel
to live in a sharehouse?
Yuu, are you eating?
The meat here is so good.
Kubota, did you eat the meat?
Yes, I did.
What's going on?
You suddenly left and
Sorry, my stomach was a bit upset.
Really?
Kanji.
Can you put me up for two or three nights?
You should call me boss.
Anyway, why all of a sudden?
Everyone in the sharehouse is weird.
I have a girlfriend, so I can't do that.
Oh, I see.
What?
You two there!
What are you doing?
Since Mr. Kubota hasn't said a word,
I'm bored to death. Let's go.
Come on.
Since it's TGIF, shall we go out
and have a drink lightly?
Where is Ms. Chiharu?
She went out for a call.
Should I go and get her?
I'll check on her.
No, I will
I'll look for her on the way.
Before Ms. Chiharu comes back
Want me to give you my seat?
What?
You're interested in her.
Anybody can tell that.
What're you talking about?
You know
Girls don't like guys who are timid.
You barely talk to her.
Women
You should push them hard.
I don't mean to give you advice.
My gosh, Mr. Yuu.
You're completely hammered.
I can't help it.
I'm going to call a taxi.
Hey, get a grip.
Out of nowhere,
he began binge drinking midway
Kanji, please.
Please let me stay in your place.
You're talking about that again.
[KANJI]
DID YOU GET HOME SAFELY?
What's going on?
What a chicken shit you are!
Knock it off!
Oh, are you mad?
I was just having a little fun.
What should I do with you?
What? You want a piece of me?
Don't be a dick.
Did you call me a chicken shit?
Say that again, you piece of shit!
Since you live here,
you're a good piece of shit, too.
I'll be out of here in no time.
'This is where I start over?'
No way
You came into my room and
Hey, you and I
We're both done for.
You've come this far
and that's how it is.
Don't lump me in with you.
I'm giving it my all, one more time
That's what I'm saying.
If you could start over,
you wouldn't be here.
The ones who have the ability to try
or have the luck to be happy
don't end up in places like this.
Since we don't have that kind of luck,
we're both rotting in a place like this.
Face your own reality
that's already over.
You piece of shit.
Guys, is everyone here?
Where were you yesterday?
Yesterday?
I was here all day.
You're lying.
Check it with the lady.
Do you want me to do it now?
What?
Young man.
What are you so surprised about?
Where are you going?
A weekend date?
No.
Geez, don't you have a sweetheart?
For your information, I'm single now.
Ma'am, if I suddenly move out of here,
can I get some of my rent back?
The cheapest room we have
is this one without a bathroom.
Is there anything cheaper,
like a sharehouse?
Sharehouses are
more expensive these days.
It's shared but it has a bathroom,
furniture, and internet access.
Sorry to bother you so late.
I just moved in today.
If you have an iPhone,
could you lend me your charging cable?
If you don't mind
Oh, thank you.
Hey.
Thanks for yesterday.
Thanks for helping me.
I'm Jun Ishikawa.
and 20 years old this year.
How long have you been living here?
I haven't met anyone else yet.
Have you paid your rent for the month?
It's dangerous.
The gangster was killed or something.
That's why you did that last night
Since your face was so dark,
I was really surprised.
I wasn't myself last night.
Do you think they're all in cahoots?
Organ trading crew?
I also thought about that for a second.
But I think I'm paranoid.
Maybe I've lost my mind.
Anyway, the people who live there
are all fucked up in the head.
So, don't provoke them.
I don't want any more trouble
with them, either.
But when you moved in,
I felt so much better.
At that point, I was torn between
sleeping at work or being homeless.
This is really interesting.
What?
I've been working since middle school.
Actually, I came here
hoping to make it big as a film director.
I'm a big fan of suspense films
and stuff like that.
I think
I'll use this story as reference.
Didn't you hear me?
An encounter like this fuels inspiration.
Oh, shit.
I've got an interview for a job.
I'll see you later.
Don't get caught up in any weird stuff.
Yuu, it's our fate to meet here.
So, let's live in this big city
happily ever after.
It'll be fine here.
Yuu.
I came back this evening
and cleaned up the room.
This must belong to the man
who lived here, right?
DRIVER'S LICENSE
Oh
It was stuck in the bed.
He must've lost it, right?
People usually come back
for their forgotten IDs or wallets
Right?
Jun.
Why don't you move out with me?
What?
That's too much for me.
I haven't found a job yet.
You can owe your parents, then
I can't.
I'm from a single-mother household
and extremely poor.
You're just like me.
No matter how cramped and dirty it is,
I can live with it.
However
Why on earth is this place
crawling with psychos?
Yuu.
He lacks basic manners.
Sorry, I'm late.
Hey, you're the lowest rank.
You can't behave like that.
The subway was delayed.
Anyway, were you OK the other day?
You couldn't hold it together.
-What?
-Boss!
I pity him if you're so hard on him.
Aye aye.
Good morning.
Sorry for being late.
You still good morning me
who is timid and unpopular.
What?
I've sent the data now.
Can you work on it later today?
Okay.
Gosh, do you want me
to do all this today?
Mr. Kubota,
at the dinner party last time
You know
I can see right through someone like you.
Even if it may not be obvious to others.
I have no intention
of getting along with you well.
Don't talk to me
while working in the office.
I'm sorry.
For what?
I was rude at the dinner party last time.
Oh, you shouldn't have
It looks delicious. Thank you.
I was really sorry.
See you tomorrow.
See you.
Good night.
[JUN] YUU, STILL WORKING?
JUST FEELING ANXIOUS ALONE.
Hi, there.
Are you still working?
Do I look like I'm playing to you?
This building closes at midnight.
Really?
I've missed the last train.
Can I go out for a while?
Sure.
That clerk is an asshole.
Isn't he a total virgin or what?
I'd bet on it.
I can't believe
he's bothering innocent customers.
Oh, it's that moron.
Who did this?
Hey, can't you hear me?
I have no idea.
You're the only one.
You're the one who did this
Oh, shut up.
Good morning.
Mr. Kubota, what's going on?
Good morning.
I e-mailed you
what you asked for yesterday.
What should I do next?
Yuu, what happened to your face?
I fell.
Did you fall?
Yuu, I think you should
go home for the day.
What?
It's still daylight.
I order it as your boss.
Here, put this band-aid on your face.
[JUN]
YOU'RE COMING BACK TONIGHT, RIGHT?
Young man.
What're you doing here at this hour?
I finished work early.
Oh, I see.
Did you have lunch?
-No.
-Then, you should get going.
-What?
-Huh?
Jun.
Jun.
Young man.
It's rude to drop
while someone is talking.
Yuu, how are you?
Jun.
The guy in Room 304 was standing
outside your door with a kitchen knife.
A kitchen knife? Anyway, your face is
Is that true? Really?
Do you have any proof?
Jun.
-Let's get out of here quickly.
-What?
Jun.
Yuu, calm down.
Goro, have you done anything
to make anyone suspicious?
If so, get the hell out of here!
I've put up with you
falling behind on rent.
You shouldn't be bothering others.
That's enough.
Tell him to see if he has a knife.
If there is
Maru, will you look for it?
Okay.
This room has always been creepy.
Hey, what if nothing comes up,
what are you gonna do?
You ruined the sharehouse atmosphere.
How will you make it right?
Nothing is here.
Think carefully.
What if
If our voices don't get heard,
we have no choice but to destroy
his order with our own hands.
And with what will we accomplish that?
It is destruction.
Our mission is
to utterly demolish this corrupt world.
Revolutionary change
and a new societal structure
can only emerge through warfare.
You look a bit tired.
Were you mistaken?
Shut up.
Where did you hide it?
Yeah, take it off.
Shall I help you take it off?
He was indeed carrying a knife,
so he must've hidden it somewhere.
What is it?
You've called me several times
saying you were insecure, too.
That was just
The atmosphere here was dark
I felt claustrophobic too.
-I was bored and depressed alone.
-Knock it off.
Then, am I paranoid?
Tell me straight.
I'm sorry.
I think
Your story was interesting
and I was hooked but
Now, I'm kind of bored.
I've only been here two or three days.
And those people are really weird.
But, that's all.
As long as I keep my distance,
I'll be fine.
And, Yuu
If you really think it was murder
Why don't you call the police?
Why?
You can take the gangster's wallet
as evidence, right?
I don't want to get involved in that.
Sorry, but I can't take this anymore.
I'm getting out of here.
But, we'll stay in touch
Yuu.
What's wrong?
I think I'm actually losing my mind.
Yuu.
Megumi.
Huh?
Are you sure
We can't live together from today?
You know it's not possible, right?
What happened to you?
You have scars on your face.
Tell me the truth.
It's nothing.
You just do your work hard.
Good evening.
Hi.
I'm thirsty.
Would you like to eat with me
if you don't mind?
No, but
It's just a sign that we're neighbors.
And there's plenty of meat left over.
Please eat it.
Thank you so much.
Let me enjoy it.
Is this beef?
I'm not used to eating good food
and I don't know how to taste it.
That's a cute reaction.
-What?
-Mr. Yuu hasn't come in today, either.
I think he probably left.
Really?
He had some trouble with someone here.
It's a shame because I wanted
to get to know him better.
He's a very sensitive person.
There is a saying.
'Everyone has their own hell to bear.'
Even if you don't like someone,
they have their own problems.
When we realize that,
we can understand each other better.
Mr. Jun Right?
What kind of hell are you bearing?
It's delicious.
-Have some more.
-Thank you.
Mr. Kirishima,
you're surprisingly well-spoken.
So, you're a movie director?
I do something similar.
Really?
Do you have a story you want to film?
The story I'm currently thinking of
is about a murderer.
Sounds interesting.
Search for a site called 'Meat Dumpling.'
What's 'Meat Dumpling' about?
Anyway, you enjoy the meat so much.
This meat is heavenly.
That's human meat.
I was worried about that earlier.
Is that
Is it grilled meat?
It must be delicious.
Human meat is the best!
Wait.
I'm full now.
I better get going.
Thank you for the food.
MEAT DUMPLING
Is this one?
[UNSOLVED CASE]
MIURA GORO WANTED
HOKKAIDO HIKIKOMORI
PARENTAL MURDER CASE
Excuse me, Mr. Yuu.
Are you sleeping?
It's broad daylight.
You look tired but
the deadline is around the corner.
So let's do our best.
I'm sorry.
So pathetic
Organize everything neatly
and send it to me before lunch.
What are you looking at?
Don't you know Japanese?
Jun.
Good timing.
Sorry, but can you send the stuff
left in my room to my office?
Yuu.
I left the place this morning, too.
I'm going back to my parents' house.
What?
I thought you were making a movie.
I guess I'm still too young for that.
I'm sorry.
Jun.
Are you okay?
Up until now
Thank you for everything.
Oh, Yuu.
Kanji, I need to talk to you.
You should call me BOSS.
Can you pay me in advance?
What? You've only
been here for a week.
It's because I want to move.
I told you.
Since I don't fit in,
I get bullied like crazy.
Just ignore them
and don't pay attention to them.
What?
Are you ignoring me?
What's wrong with your attitude?
Gosh, are you still out of your mind
because of that?
You're worthless.
Working with an idiot
is torture on top of torture.
Boss! Boss!
What're you doing, Yuu?
Stop it, Yuu.
Keep away from him.
THIS IS WHERE I START OVER
[JUN]
CALLING
What's going on?
Do you think anything is in there?
No, nothing.
Get down
You were getting down, right?
Mr. Kirishima,
why did you let him go?
He knows our faces.
It's been 3 months since we got here.
Shouldn't we clean up here
and move on to the next place?
Mr. Maru.
Since when have you been talkative?
Oh, sorry
Hi, Yuu
What happened?
What's wrong?
Sorry, babe.
I'm afraid I should go back home.
Why are you suddenly saying that?
I said I was going to test
my ability here
But it was impossible.
I never really wanted
to do anything badly like you did
and I had no persistence.
Don't talk about yourself like that.
You're very kind and action-oriented.
You're early, huh?
2 bottles of beer, French fries
and 2 glasses, please.
Okay.
Mr. Kubota's wound isn't that bad.
He's whining like he's dying,
but I think it's gonna be fine.
Yuu.
There are plenty of people
like Kubota in the world.
I've met a lot of shitheads myself
but I've stuck it out
and that's how I've made it this far.
Here you go.
Enjoy it, please.
An essential virtue of an office worker
is to be in control of your emotions.
Hey.
Are you saying you got it, too?
Yuu
You're a spoiled rich kid
acting so superior
Yes, I've heard that.
You started the company
with your parents' money, right?
Are you crazy?
From the start,
if you paid me my salary in advance
No
If you'd just put me to bed
Yuu, stop it.
Good evening.
While walking by,
I happened to see Mr. Yuu.
I'm his neighbor
in the same sharehouse.
May I join you?
Enjoy it, please.
Excuse me, we're
in an important conversation
Then, let me join you.
What?
Are you Mr. Yuu's friend?
I'm his senior in college.
I'm also the CEO of the company
that Yuu is working for now.
Is that so?
That's why you're so arrogant.
And annoying people, too.
What?
That's right.
You're hiding something.
You disgustingly approached
Mr. Yuu on purpose.
What's your reason?
You look like a monkey
with a temper tantrum.
You're so disgusting, maggot.
Don't do it.
-Get off me!
-Please stay calm.
Mr. Yuu, are you happy now?
Today, I've become a neighbor
with Mr. Yuu's acquaintance.
So, I'm happiest now.
Please stay away from me.
Why are you following me?
I'm going to forget
about that place and all of you.
I'll go back to my home soon
and won't say anything about it.
So, I'm begging you.
Please leave me alone.
I really can't understand
what you're talking about.
Living in that shitty sharehouse,
all of you are destroying each other
What do you want from it?
Mr. Yuu. I already taught you.
This is just a game.
So, it's you, huh?
I heard the residents there
were bullying Yuu.
Aren't you too old for this?
Well, Mr. Yuu. See you later.
You're a scumbag
Scumbag
Yeah.
Mr. Yuu, you know that, right?
You know what's left for someone
Who has absolutely nothing
You were acting so tough before,
but now you're helpless against that thug?
Here. It's a week's pay.
I'll be in touch, so just wait.
Didn't I get fired?
You're my cute junior.
See you later.
That little shit was acting up
Damn it!
Who the hell is this guy?
You don't have to know.
Until public attention dies down,
we shouldn't kill outside 'Ark.'
Didn't you say that, Mr. Kirishima?
I could enjoy it in many ways but
This is getting to be a lot of work.
Mr. Maru.
I don't think
this is the right job for you.
Because
You don't enjoy it at all.
Don't say that
Watching you,
'Mr. Maru is my greatest masterpiece.'
That was what I thought.
But, I must've been mistaken.
I apologize for what happened today.
My bad habit kicked in again.
Could you please wrap things up
for today?
OK.
I've got it.
That's enough.
I don't want to hear about it anymore.
So, today
I'm gonna stay with you.
Megumi
So, Yuu
-Are you happy now?
-Are you happy now?
Babe
What's wrong with you?
Wasn't it supposed to end
once I got out of there?
Yeah
In a way,
if you hadn't rejected me from day one
How can you make up for my life now?
Knock off the family thing.
Don't shout at me all of a sudden.
I have a lot of things to deal with.
What things?
Still no word. What now?
You haven't heard from them anyway.
Living together is important, isn't it?
Mr. Kirishima.
One second, please.
Where are you? Come out.
Give me Megumi back!
Megumi.
Megumi.
Oh, young man.
Why are you screaming like crazy?
What's going on?
Ma'am.
You
Welcome back.
How do you feel now?
This is the moment when doubt turns
to belief, and belief to fact.
What are you going to do
with Ms. Megumi?
Mr. Yuu.
It's time to wrap things up now
So, let's talk about it frankly.
Kill me
And spare Megumi.
Please
You're still saying that.
I think it's gonna take a while.
So, just get things ready
so we can leave right away.
We need to get moving
but you're too relaxed.
Maru.
Have you seen him make a mistake?
Just get rid of all that trash right now.
Next news.
On February 22, a murder occurred
at a holiday home in Yamanashi
In that case, the owner of Pension 3,
Mr. Maruyama
and four men staying there were killed.
Also, a woman was seriously injured.
And today, the police released
a photo of an employee
believed to be involved in the incident.
This man is Mr. Maruyama's nephew
and there are reports he was subjected
to workplace harassment by Mr. Maruyama.
The police are also trying to locate
a woman in her 50s who stayed
at the holiday home around the same time.
She's suspected of
being involved in the incident.
Young man.
There's no point in trying so hard.
Didn't you like our sharehouse that much?
I was deeply shocked because
you wanted to move out immediately!
But, don't tell him.
I'll give you some after-sales service.
I said there was no point in struggling.
What's that?
You must be Mr. Maru.
Yes, the clean-up has been done.
We can leave at any time.
You always work so fast.
That's pretty amazing.
In the end,
you're merely human like everyone else.
How do you feel?
How does it feel to be betrayed?
Megumi
Wait a second.
I was just doing what I was told.
What I did to you was to follow the order.
It hurts, it really hurts!
I don't want to die yet.
At least 100 people
should be dead by me
before I kill myself.
What kind of a man is Kirishima?
I'll let you live if you tell me.
He's a liberator.
What're you doing?
You better run away fast.
What're you doing?
Why are you
Let's just calm down for a second.
I did it not because I wanted to do
but because I was scared of him.
OK, let's team up, you and me.
Gosh, I'm gonna kill you.
It's a lie, right?
Mr. Maru.
As I said, you're not cut out
for this job after all.
I'll make it clear now.
Mr. Yuu.
It's so cool.
Contrary to expectations
This kind of development isn't so bad.
Where is Megumi?
What a touching reunion
Hey
Kirishima
Me?
I didn't kill her.
Then, who did this to her?
Hold on.
Where are you going with your luggage?
Wait, you don't have a place
Baby, I'm sorry.
Megumi.
Baby.
Megumi?
Megumi.
Megumi.
You killed Megumi
and tried to go on with your life
as if nothing had happened, right?
Did you protect yourself
by imagining that she was alive?
In your head,
were you playing a good boyfriend
without offending your love?
Tell me the truth.
It's nothing.
You just do your work hard.
What happened?
Sorry, babe.
I'm afraid I should go back home.
So, today
I'm gonna stay with you.
Megumi
Guilty.
And
These are about to be settled, too.
But, Mr. Yuu
We need a plot to a story
Stop peeking at them
like youre some hot shot
Mr. Yuu.
I'll put you in that jar, too.
And the final touch is
The truth will do the final touch, right?
Mr. Yuu.
You.
You
You died earlier!
What are you?
What kind of creature are you?
Why should that matter?
What's the purpose of it?
Fighting and killing each other
in a dumpster like this
What's the meaning of it?
Do you need meaning or purpose?
That's what humans do.
Humans instinctively hurt others,
make threats,
and bully those who appear weak.
Humans take pleasure in
seeing them struggle.
That's a lie.
Normal people don't do that.
That's only when
they happen to be peaceful.
But once humans fall into a trap,
they're bound to change.
There's no shortage of traps
in this world.
Poverty, loneliness, disasters,
epidemics, and even wars
Human history is a history of violence.
Since the birth of the human race
The era without wars in history is
It's less than 10%.
Now, Mr. Yuu.
Now, the bugs are going to fly to you.
Where is that sound of wings
coming from?
From across the sea?
Or are they coming from inside you?
You'll never be the same again.
Because you're my greatest masterpiece
from now on.
I felt that he just seemed
like an ordinary man in his 20s.
He didn't talk much, but he wasn't dark.
He must've gotten stressed out
somewhere.
He suddenly hit me
and I wanted to report him,
but the boss stopped me
Was the boss victimized by him?
Put him to death, Detective!
Yuu has an older brother.
He's disabled, and we need money
So, we were completely dependent on Yuu.
It's because of me.
This is all my fault!
I'm sorry.
Sorry, it's time to go to the hospital.
Mother.
Mother, it's okay.
If your son is innocent,
we'll clearly uncover the truth.
Mr. Yuu Matsui,
how are you feeling?
Today, based on what we've learned
from our investigation so far,
add the truth you know, please.
About the sharehouse called 'Ark'
It's been closed for quite some time.
The owner of the land and the building
lives overseas
and the place has been abandoned.
So, these people here
They illegally squatted for three months.
Also, they recruited tenants on a whim.
We found a large amount of blood
in the building.
As you can see,
11 people, including you
Their identities have all been confirmed.
And now we get to the main point.
These six people stayed there
around the same time as you.
And they have something in common.
They committed murder.
Or they were believed to do so.
Yamaguchi served time for murder
until last year.
And Jun?
That's not possible for him.
After seeing
his father abuse his mother,
he stabbed him to death when he was 8.
He didn't go to jail
because he was a kid.
I committed murder
Or I am believed to do so
Is that what you're saying?
This is Kanji Koyama.
Mr. Matsui.
Who are you? Who the heck are you?
Mr. Matsui
People often mistake an unconscious person
for having no heartbeat.
And this is a common occurrence.
Mr. Kirishima.
Koyama Kanji had been attracted
to Megumi since college.
Why did he contact you after 4 years
We don't know why yet.
But, I suspect he was trying to frame you.
It's a lie
It's a lie!
That's enough for today.
If you had called an ambulance right away
when Megumi collapsed
Mr. Matsui.
Things wouldn't have gone
so wrong for you.
No more, please.
It's hindering his recovery.
I'll be back.
Wait a minute.
That man is missing from the pictures.
Do you mean the man named Kirishima?
Yes.
Of course, we searched
the building very thoroughly.
However, about Kirishima you say
We couldn't find even a trace of blood
let alone a possible body.
What?
It means Kirishima doesn't exist.
No, that can't be
That's a lie.
And neither does Jun.
Oh, that's right.
Even Kanji saw and talked to him
Mr. Matsui.
The person called Kirishima
that you claim exists.
Everyone who had contact with him,
they are no longer in this world.
Except for you.
Mr. Matsui.
Mr. Matsui.
If we assume Mr. Yuu's claims are true
What kind of person is this Kirishima?
Just a possibility
Tell me what you think, Doc.
I can't be sure
but if I had to give an example,
it's like a group hallucination, right?
A group of people
with some common conditions
could see the same single vision.
It's rare, but not unheard of.
Young people who go to
a psychic experience
They all see the same ghost.
Isn't it a simple but similar phenomenon?
Can that actually happen?
It could be an angel born from guilt,
or a demon nurtured
by the darkness within.
We don't know which.
It's just a possibility.
Anyway, somehow
I feel sorry for him.
Matsui?
He brought this on himself.
However, thanks to Matsui
It ended without any further victims.
What's wrong?
Nothing.
Mr. Yuu.
Are you happy now?
-Good night.
-Good night.
Mr. Matsui, it's almost lights out,
so I'll take your temperature.
The land in front of you
may look like the Garden of Eden.
However, behind you
is a barren wilderness.
Nothing can escape from it.
MOM
What're you doing?
We're standing in line.
-Are you drunk?
-What? What are you?
Mister, get on! He's just a pain
in the ass so leave him alone.
Oh, okay
No, it's dangerous!
Stop doing that!
Hey, stop doing that!
Wait, stop it!
Stop.
My goodness, it's dangerous!
You'll kill him.
Get off me!
I'm gonna kill him!
I'll kill him!
Do you want to get arrested
and fired from your job?
I'm sorry.
Excuse me, Sir.
Are you getting on or not?
MISSED CALL
YUU, NOT COMING HOME TONIGHT?
STILL ANGRY ABOUT THIS MORNING?
Sir, are you traveling?
No, I'm here to look for a job.
As expected, you're a country boy.
In Tokyo, you should never
get involved in other people's fights.
There are plenty of stories about people
who got killed for that.
Anyway, humans are the most dangerous.
Have you ever heard the phrase,
'Hell is other people?'
MOM, I'M SORRY.
I WON'T BE COMING HOME ANYMORE.
I LEFT BROTHER'S HOSPITAL MONEY
IN THE LIVING ROOM DRAWER.
THAT'S ALL I HAVE.
Hi, baby!
What brings you here?
-Hi.
-Hi.
Oh, sorry.
LAW SCHOOL ENTRANCE EXAM
THESIS PRACTICE BOOK
-It's OK.
-Come on in.
Wow, you're studying hard.
That's great.
When did you get here?
How many days are you staying?
Well
Actually, it's not that
I was wondering
if it's possible from today.
What's possible?
I mean
Us living together.
What do you mean?
I mean
You know, just like you.
I want to test my ability here.
What does your mother say?
What's that look?
HELL IS OTHER PEOPLE
SHAREHOUSE 'ARK'
RENT 20,000 YEN/MONTH
Next news.
On February 22nd,
about the murder at a holiday home
in Yamanashi Prefecture,
we have new information.
-According to the police
-Excuse me.
Who are you?
Oh, the one who called earlier!
Gosh, you're such a pretty boy.
-College student?
-No, I'm an office worker.
You're very fresh!
Wait, I'll give you the key.
Okay.
Move over!
What do you think will happen
standing in my way?
I'm sorry.
He's so mean.
Here's your key.
I'm just looking.
I haven't decided to move in.
Oh, really?
Don't worry about him.
That thug will be gone soon.
Just stay here tonight.
It's free of charge for the night
but I'm sure you'll love this place.
The monthly rent is only 20,000 yen,
due in advance at the start of each month.
You can use all the facilities freely.
You can smoke on the rooftop.
Oh, the 4th floor is off-limits
because it's being remodeled.
Never go in there
because it's dangerous.
How are you?
I'm staying here tonight.
Except for that thug,
everyone here is nice.
So, please make yourself at home.
It's so small.
I couldn't afford to show off
and take a taxi.
I can't believe
you've squandered like this.
No, it's not that
There was a sale around here.
If you keep eating this kind of crap,
the preservatives will ruin your body.
Have you met other residents?
Well, not yet
This kind of place is a garbage dump.
You're young,
get out of here quick.
How long have you been here?
About a week?
The lady at the counter said
you'll be leaving soon.
What? What a mean hag.
Does she want to kick me out?
That's annoying.
I'm not leaving here for half a year!
Crazy old broad
I'm Yamaguchi, Room 305.
Thanks for the food.
DESIGNER JOB SEARCH WEBSITE
Please be quiet.
-What?
-Your mouse is making a lot of noise.
I'm sorry.
Hey!
Hey, I've got you.
What were you doing in my room?
It hurts. Get off me.
You just came out of my room.
Don't play dumb, asshole.
Get off me.
-What did you do in my room?
-What's going on?
Oh, a new resident?
I'm Maru, Room 306.
Are you kidding me?
I'm gonna kill you.
I'm sorry.
Please forgive me.
Mr. Yamaguchi, calm down.
It's so loud.
How do you do, Mr. Yuu Matsui?
My name is Kirishima.
Welcome to the 'Ark.'
Everyone who wants to be reborn
has to end up here.
You are interesting.
Assholes, keep it down!
You bastard!
I'll take care of it.
You can go back to your room.
Hey, moron!
Open the door now!
-Open the door!
-You'll break the door!
What's all this?
Mr. Yamaguchi?
Mr. Yamaguchi?
What the
Young man.
What are you doing here?
Did you sleep well last night?
Yes
I'm sorry about yesterday.
That thug here caused a ruckus
but it's okay now.
He left this morning.
What?
He said he'd stay half a year
You know what?
People staying in places like this often
leave abruptly without saying a word.
Anyway, that gangster has gone
and it's good for all of us.
You're also a resident as of today.
I'm sorry but
I don't think I can stay here after all.
No? How come?
There's no place
cheaper than this around here.
Besides, only good people
are left here now, right?
Well, I'll let you stay here until tonight
to make up your mind.
Oh, shit!
You're nothing but a dead body!
Yes, it serves you right!
Over here, Yuu.
Kanji.
It's been a long time.
You've changed a lot.
You haven't changed a bit.
It's been 4 years
since I graduated from college, right?
Yes, that's right.
Good morning.
-Coffee, please.
-Thank you.
How did you know I'm in Tokyo?
I haven't told anyone.
I'm not a human GPS.
While headhunting, I recalled you
wasting away in the countryside.
CEO & PRESIDENKOYAMA KANJI
Oh? Kanji, are you a CEO now?
CEO in name only.
It's a startup with only 2 employees.
That's still great.
How about you being the third one?
What?
I heard you used to work
at a cell phone store.
You studied Design,
so wasting it is a shame.
Your coffee is here.
What? Don't hesitate.
If you got a job somewhere else,
just kick it off.
No, I'm happy with your offer but
By the way, are you still seeing her?
Was it Megumi, right?
She's also in Tokyo, right?
Do you two live together?
Uh, no.
I haven't even met her properly yet.
Did you fight?
Tired of the long-distance relationship,
did she find someone else?
Definitely not.
What's that sulky face?
You never change.
Yuu
Hi.
Megumi, the thing is
Are you seeing someone besides me?
What're you talking about?
I'm sorry about yesterday.
You know, from your point of view
My sudden decision to quit my job
and go to graduate school
might have seemed
like I was acting on a whim.
But, I've been thinking about it
since last year.
Living for 24 years of my life,
I wasn't sure
if I'd ever done anything wholeheartedly.
So this year, I'm going to give it
the best shot I've ever had in my life.
But my savings are not enough
so I asked my parents
to help me with the rent this year.
In that situation, I can't tell them
that I want to live with you, can I?
Where did you sleep last night?
I'll find a place to stay.
I'm going to work hard in this city
and make a lot of money.
I'll also get a nice, big house here.
So, after your exam is over
Ms. Future Judge,
would you come and live with me?
Guilty.
Guilty?
Guilty?
I see.
I'll take you home.
Thank you.
-Do you want to ride on it?
-Yes, please.
Wait a second.
Guilty!
If you do this, it's the death penalty.
-Are you okay?
-I'm fine.
Cheer up.
Cheering up for what?
-Just cheer up.
-OK.
-I feel good.
-Yeah. It's nice today.
It's so nice.
Yuu!
I couldnt help it.
Isn't it heavy?
Not heavy at all.
Isn't it?
No way
THIS IS WHERE I START OVER
Good morning.
Now that we're all here,
let me introduce him.
This is a junior at my college
who'll be working as a trainee from today.
I'm Yuu Matsui. Nice to see you.
Mr. Yuu, you're so handsome.
Doesn't he look like him?
The guy with a cute face
and very popular these days.
Ms. Chiharu, he has a girlfriend.
So, don't look at him like that.
Really? How shocking.
Are you embarrassed?
No, I'm not.
OK, let's get to work.
Yes.
Let's keep the sales rolling
and the headcount growing!
This is your seat.
Mr. Kubota, please take care of him well.
I'm counting on you.
Teach me a lot, please.
Here you go.
You didn't spit in here, did you?
What?
What?
Can't you do this simple thing?
Are you sure you study design?
I wonder how you got the degree.
As a favor hire, at least work hard.
Tomorrow's the deadline!
I'm already swamped.
Why are you trying to slow me down?
I'm sorry.
Thank you for waiting so long.
Let me check it for you.
It was our mistake.
I'll fix it and send it this month
I apologize and thank you.
Yes, Sir.
Hi, young man.
How are you today?
Is something wrong?
Ma'am.
Isn't it wrong for others to
freely enter my room?
Of course not!
That's what the lock is for, isn't it?
What's wrong?
I put some cup ramen and liquor in here
Since it's a communal living space,
they'll be gone if you leave them here.
If you don't mind, please have it.
Thank you.
Would you like some grilled meat?
The meat in the fridge here
is free and infinitely refillable.
The counter lady's friend
is a meat wholesaler.
So, please help yourself.
In that case
Thank you very much.
What do you do, Mr. Yuu?
I work in design.
Sounds like me.
I also deconstruct, disassemble,
and assemble it again.
That's what I do.
Have you heard of the word 'Gu Poison?'
No.
I think it's a type of curse
from ancient China.
If you trap a bunch of poisonous insects
and make them fight one another,
the last one standing is imbued
with a powerful curse venom.
It's a silly superstition,
but it's fun as a game.
If we collect a bunch of insects
and let them starve
until they eat each other,
we don't know which one will survive
In the end
We observe and enjoy something like that.
Which one do you think
will survive in the end, Mr. Yuu?
The strongest one
With good stamina, right?
I'll bet on this one.
No, it's well-grilled.
Help yourself.
Thank you.
What's the taste of the turd meat like?
What?
Just kidding.
What's wrong?
I was just joking.
I'm sorry.
It tasted a bit astringent.
I'm really tired today.
Let me go back to my room.
That's weird.
It's just slaughtered fresh meat.
Scumbag.
You're gonna cry and whine anyway, right?
What did you just say?
Scumbag? Hey!
THANK YOU FOR THE DELIVERY
WILL CONTACT AFTER CONFIRMATION.
Here's the food you ordered.
-As always, thank you.
-Thank you.
Please enjoy your meal.
I'm sorry for making you work nights,
but thanks to your hard work,
we successfully completed
the delivery again.
Also, let's welcome
our newbie who just joined.
For Mr. Yuu Matsui!
Cheers!
-Cheers!
-Cheers!
The pizza here is really delicious.
Ms. Chiharu never agrees with me.
Please don't bother me.
Mr. Kubota,
what do you think of our rising star?
There's a limit to being useless.
This guy is just a waste of money.
-Hey, hold on.
-You're saying it again
Since he's new,
let's not be too hard on him.
He bravely followed his girl
and lives in a crappy sharehouse.
Really? How does it feel
to live in a sharehouse?
Yuu, are you eating?
The meat here is so good.
Kubota, did you eat the meat?
Yes, I did.
What's going on?
You suddenly left and
Sorry, my stomach was a bit upset.
Really?
Kanji.
Can you put me up for two or three nights?
You should call me boss.
Anyway, why all of a sudden?
Everyone in the sharehouse is weird.
I have a girlfriend, so I can't do that.
Oh, I see.
What?
You two there!
What are you doing?
Since Mr. Kubota hasn't said a word,
I'm bored to death. Let's go.
Come on.
Since it's TGIF, shall we go out
and have a drink lightly?
Where is Ms. Chiharu?
She went out for a call.
Should I go and get her?
I'll check on her.
No, I will
I'll look for her on the way.
Before Ms. Chiharu comes back
Want me to give you my seat?
What?
You're interested in her.
Anybody can tell that.
What're you talking about?
You know
Girls don't like guys who are timid.
You barely talk to her.
Women
You should push them hard.
I don't mean to give you advice.
My gosh, Mr. Yuu.
You're completely hammered.
I can't help it.
I'm going to call a taxi.
Hey, get a grip.
Out of nowhere,
he began binge drinking midway
Kanji, please.
Please let me stay in your place.
You're talking about that again.
[KANJI]
DID YOU GET HOME SAFELY?
What's going on?
What a chicken shit you are!
Knock it off!
Oh, are you mad?
I was just having a little fun.
What should I do with you?
What? You want a piece of me?
Don't be a dick.
Did you call me a chicken shit?
Say that again, you piece of shit!
Since you live here,
you're a good piece of shit, too.
I'll be out of here in no time.
'This is where I start over?'
No way
You came into my room and
Hey, you and I
We're both done for.
You've come this far
and that's how it is.
Don't lump me in with you.
I'm giving it my all, one more time
That's what I'm saying.
If you could start over,
you wouldn't be here.
The ones who have the ability to try
or have the luck to be happy
don't end up in places like this.
Since we don't have that kind of luck,
we're both rotting in a place like this.
Face your own reality
that's already over.
You piece of shit.
Guys, is everyone here?
Where were you yesterday?
Yesterday?
I was here all day.
You're lying.
Check it with the lady.
Do you want me to do it now?
What?
Young man.
What are you so surprised about?
Where are you going?
A weekend date?
No.
Geez, don't you have a sweetheart?
For your information, I'm single now.
Ma'am, if I suddenly move out of here,
can I get some of my rent back?
The cheapest room we have
is this one without a bathroom.
Is there anything cheaper,
like a sharehouse?
Sharehouses are
more expensive these days.
It's shared but it has a bathroom,
furniture, and internet access.
Sorry to bother you so late.
I just moved in today.
If you have an iPhone,
could you lend me your charging cable?
If you don't mind
Oh, thank you.
Hey.
Thanks for yesterday.
Thanks for helping me.
I'm Jun Ishikawa.
and 20 years old this year.
How long have you been living here?
I haven't met anyone else yet.
Have you paid your rent for the month?
It's dangerous.
The gangster was killed or something.
That's why you did that last night
Since your face was so dark,
I was really surprised.
I wasn't myself last night.
Do you think they're all in cahoots?
Organ trading crew?
I also thought about that for a second.
But I think I'm paranoid.
Maybe I've lost my mind.
Anyway, the people who live there
are all fucked up in the head.
So, don't provoke them.
I don't want any more trouble
with them, either.
But when you moved in,
I felt so much better.
At that point, I was torn between
sleeping at work or being homeless.
This is really interesting.
What?
I've been working since middle school.
Actually, I came here
hoping to make it big as a film director.
I'm a big fan of suspense films
and stuff like that.
I think
I'll use this story as reference.
Didn't you hear me?
An encounter like this fuels inspiration.
Oh, shit.
I've got an interview for a job.
I'll see you later.
Don't get caught up in any weird stuff.
Yuu, it's our fate to meet here.
So, let's live in this big city
happily ever after.
It'll be fine here.
Yuu.
I came back this evening
and cleaned up the room.
This must belong to the man
who lived here, right?
DRIVER'S LICENSE
Oh
It was stuck in the bed.
He must've lost it, right?
People usually come back
for their forgotten IDs or wallets
Right?
Jun.
Why don't you move out with me?
What?
That's too much for me.
I haven't found a job yet.
You can owe your parents, then
I can't.
I'm from a single-mother household
and extremely poor.
You're just like me.
No matter how cramped and dirty it is,
I can live with it.
However
Why on earth is this place
crawling with psychos?
Yuu.
He lacks basic manners.
Sorry, I'm late.
Hey, you're the lowest rank.
You can't behave like that.
The subway was delayed.
Anyway, were you OK the other day?
You couldn't hold it together.
-What?
-Boss!
I pity him if you're so hard on him.
Aye aye.
Good morning.
Sorry for being late.
You still good morning me
who is timid and unpopular.
What?
I've sent the data now.
Can you work on it later today?
Okay.
Gosh, do you want me
to do all this today?
Mr. Kubota,
at the dinner party last time
You know
I can see right through someone like you.
Even if it may not be obvious to others.
I have no intention
of getting along with you well.
Don't talk to me
while working in the office.
I'm sorry.
For what?
I was rude at the dinner party last time.
Oh, you shouldn't have
It looks delicious. Thank you.
I was really sorry.
See you tomorrow.
See you.
Good night.
[JUN] YUU, STILL WORKING?
JUST FEELING ANXIOUS ALONE.
Hi, there.
Are you still working?
Do I look like I'm playing to you?
This building closes at midnight.
Really?
I've missed the last train.
Can I go out for a while?
Sure.
That clerk is an asshole.
Isn't he a total virgin or what?
I'd bet on it.
I can't believe
he's bothering innocent customers.
Oh, it's that moron.
Who did this?
Hey, can't you hear me?
I have no idea.
You're the only one.
You're the one who did this
Oh, shut up.
Good morning.
Mr. Kubota, what's going on?
Good morning.
I e-mailed you
what you asked for yesterday.
What should I do next?
Yuu, what happened to your face?
I fell.
Did you fall?
Yuu, I think you should
go home for the day.
What?
It's still daylight.
I order it as your boss.
Here, put this band-aid on your face.
[JUN]
YOU'RE COMING BACK TONIGHT, RIGHT?
Young man.
What're you doing here at this hour?
I finished work early.
Oh, I see.
Did you have lunch?
-No.
-Then, you should get going.
-What?
-Huh?
Jun.
Jun.
Young man.
It's rude to drop
while someone is talking.
Yuu, how are you?
Jun.
The guy in Room 304 was standing
outside your door with a kitchen knife.
A kitchen knife? Anyway, your face is
Is that true? Really?
Do you have any proof?
Jun.
-Let's get out of here quickly.
-What?
Jun.
Yuu, calm down.
Goro, have you done anything
to make anyone suspicious?
If so, get the hell out of here!
I've put up with you
falling behind on rent.
You shouldn't be bothering others.
That's enough.
Tell him to see if he has a knife.
If there is
Maru, will you look for it?
Okay.
This room has always been creepy.
Hey, what if nothing comes up,
what are you gonna do?
You ruined the sharehouse atmosphere.
How will you make it right?
Nothing is here.
Think carefully.
What if
If our voices don't get heard,
we have no choice but to destroy
his order with our own hands.
And with what will we accomplish that?
It is destruction.
Our mission is
to utterly demolish this corrupt world.
Revolutionary change
and a new societal structure
can only emerge through warfare.
You look a bit tired.
Were you mistaken?
Shut up.
Where did you hide it?
Yeah, take it off.
Shall I help you take it off?
He was indeed carrying a knife,
so he must've hidden it somewhere.
What is it?
You've called me several times
saying you were insecure, too.
That was just
The atmosphere here was dark
I felt claustrophobic too.
-I was bored and depressed alone.
-Knock it off.
Then, am I paranoid?
Tell me straight.
I'm sorry.
I think
Your story was interesting
and I was hooked but
Now, I'm kind of bored.
I've only been here two or three days.
And those people are really weird.
But, that's all.
As long as I keep my distance,
I'll be fine.
And, Yuu
If you really think it was murder
Why don't you call the police?
Why?
You can take the gangster's wallet
as evidence, right?
I don't want to get involved in that.
Sorry, but I can't take this anymore.
I'm getting out of here.
But, we'll stay in touch
Yuu.
What's wrong?
I think I'm actually losing my mind.
Yuu.
Megumi.
Huh?
Are you sure
We can't live together from today?
You know it's not possible, right?
What happened to you?
You have scars on your face.
Tell me the truth.
It's nothing.
You just do your work hard.
Good evening.
Hi.
I'm thirsty.
Would you like to eat with me
if you don't mind?
No, but
It's just a sign that we're neighbors.
And there's plenty of meat left over.
Please eat it.
Thank you so much.
Let me enjoy it.
Is this beef?
I'm not used to eating good food
and I don't know how to taste it.
That's a cute reaction.
-What?
-Mr. Yuu hasn't come in today, either.
I think he probably left.
Really?
He had some trouble with someone here.
It's a shame because I wanted
to get to know him better.
He's a very sensitive person.
There is a saying.
'Everyone has their own hell to bear.'
Even if you don't like someone,
they have their own problems.
When we realize that,
we can understand each other better.
Mr. Jun Right?
What kind of hell are you bearing?
It's delicious.
-Have some more.
-Thank you.
Mr. Kirishima,
you're surprisingly well-spoken.
So, you're a movie director?
I do something similar.
Really?
Do you have a story you want to film?
The story I'm currently thinking of
is about a murderer.
Sounds interesting.
Search for a site called 'Meat Dumpling.'
What's 'Meat Dumpling' about?
Anyway, you enjoy the meat so much.
This meat is heavenly.
That's human meat.
I was worried about that earlier.
Is that
Is it grilled meat?
It must be delicious.
Human meat is the best!
Wait.
I'm full now.
I better get going.
Thank you for the food.
MEAT DUMPLING
Is this one?
[UNSOLVED CASE]
MIURA GORO WANTED
HOKKAIDO HIKIKOMORI
PARENTAL MURDER CASE
Excuse me, Mr. Yuu.
Are you sleeping?
It's broad daylight.
You look tired but
the deadline is around the corner.
So let's do our best.
I'm sorry.
So pathetic
Organize everything neatly
and send it to me before lunch.
What are you looking at?
Don't you know Japanese?
Jun.
Good timing.
Sorry, but can you send the stuff
left in my room to my office?
Yuu.
I left the place this morning, too.
I'm going back to my parents' house.
What?
I thought you were making a movie.
I guess I'm still too young for that.
I'm sorry.
Jun.
Are you okay?
Up until now
Thank you for everything.
Oh, Yuu.
Kanji, I need to talk to you.
You should call me BOSS.
Can you pay me in advance?
What? You've only
been here for a week.
It's because I want to move.
I told you.
Since I don't fit in,
I get bullied like crazy.
Just ignore them
and don't pay attention to them.
What?
Are you ignoring me?
What's wrong with your attitude?
Gosh, are you still out of your mind
because of that?
You're worthless.
Working with an idiot
is torture on top of torture.
Boss! Boss!
What're you doing, Yuu?
Stop it, Yuu.
Keep away from him.
THIS IS WHERE I START OVER
[JUN]
CALLING
What's going on?
Do you think anything is in there?
No, nothing.
Get down
You were getting down, right?
Mr. Kirishima,
why did you let him go?
He knows our faces.
It's been 3 months since we got here.
Shouldn't we clean up here
and move on to the next place?
Mr. Maru.
Since when have you been talkative?
Oh, sorry
Hi, Yuu
What happened?
What's wrong?
Sorry, babe.
I'm afraid I should go back home.
Why are you suddenly saying that?
I said I was going to test
my ability here
But it was impossible.
I never really wanted
to do anything badly like you did
and I had no persistence.
Don't talk about yourself like that.
You're very kind and action-oriented.
You're early, huh?
2 bottles of beer, French fries
and 2 glasses, please.
Okay.
Mr. Kubota's wound isn't that bad.
He's whining like he's dying,
but I think it's gonna be fine.
Yuu.
There are plenty of people
like Kubota in the world.
I've met a lot of shitheads myself
but I've stuck it out
and that's how I've made it this far.
Here you go.
Enjoy it, please.
An essential virtue of an office worker
is to be in control of your emotions.
Hey.
Are you saying you got it, too?
Yuu
You're a spoiled rich kid
acting so superior
Yes, I've heard that.
You started the company
with your parents' money, right?
Are you crazy?
From the start,
if you paid me my salary in advance
No
If you'd just put me to bed
Yuu, stop it.
Good evening.
While walking by,
I happened to see Mr. Yuu.
I'm his neighbor
in the same sharehouse.
May I join you?
Enjoy it, please.
Excuse me, we're
in an important conversation
Then, let me join you.
What?
Are you Mr. Yuu's friend?
I'm his senior in college.
I'm also the CEO of the company
that Yuu is working for now.
Is that so?
That's why you're so arrogant.
And annoying people, too.
What?
That's right.
You're hiding something.
You disgustingly approached
Mr. Yuu on purpose.
What's your reason?
You look like a monkey
with a temper tantrum.
You're so disgusting, maggot.
Don't do it.
-Get off me!
-Please stay calm.
Mr. Yuu, are you happy now?
Today, I've become a neighbor
with Mr. Yuu's acquaintance.
So, I'm happiest now.
Please stay away from me.
Why are you following me?
I'm going to forget
about that place and all of you.
I'll go back to my home soon
and won't say anything about it.
So, I'm begging you.
Please leave me alone.
I really can't understand
what you're talking about.
Living in that shitty sharehouse,
all of you are destroying each other
What do you want from it?
Mr. Yuu. I already taught you.
This is just a game.
So, it's you, huh?
I heard the residents there
were bullying Yuu.
Aren't you too old for this?
Well, Mr. Yuu. See you later.
You're a scumbag
Scumbag
Yeah.
Mr. Yuu, you know that, right?
You know what's left for someone
Who has absolutely nothing
You were acting so tough before,
but now you're helpless against that thug?
Here. It's a week's pay.
I'll be in touch, so just wait.
Didn't I get fired?
You're my cute junior.
See you later.
That little shit was acting up
Damn it!
Who the hell is this guy?
You don't have to know.
Until public attention dies down,
we shouldn't kill outside 'Ark.'
Didn't you say that, Mr. Kirishima?
I could enjoy it in many ways but
This is getting to be a lot of work.
Mr. Maru.
I don't think
this is the right job for you.
Because
You don't enjoy it at all.
Don't say that
Watching you,
'Mr. Maru is my greatest masterpiece.'
That was what I thought.
But, I must've been mistaken.
I apologize for what happened today.
My bad habit kicked in again.
Could you please wrap things up
for today?
OK.
I've got it.
That's enough.
I don't want to hear about it anymore.
So, today
I'm gonna stay with you.
Megumi
So, Yuu
-Are you happy now?
-Are you happy now?
Babe
What's wrong with you?
Wasn't it supposed to end
once I got out of there?
Yeah
In a way,
if you hadn't rejected me from day one
How can you make up for my life now?
Knock off the family thing.
Don't shout at me all of a sudden.
I have a lot of things to deal with.
What things?
Still no word. What now?
You haven't heard from them anyway.
Living together is important, isn't it?
Mr. Kirishima.
One second, please.
Where are you? Come out.
Give me Megumi back!
Megumi.
Megumi.
Oh, young man.
Why are you screaming like crazy?
What's going on?
Ma'am.
You
Welcome back.
How do you feel now?
This is the moment when doubt turns
to belief, and belief to fact.
What are you going to do
with Ms. Megumi?
Mr. Yuu.
It's time to wrap things up now
So, let's talk about it frankly.
Kill me
And spare Megumi.
Please
You're still saying that.
I think it's gonna take a while.
So, just get things ready
so we can leave right away.
We need to get moving
but you're too relaxed.
Maru.
Have you seen him make a mistake?
Just get rid of all that trash right now.
Next news.
On February 22, a murder occurred
at a holiday home in Yamanashi
In that case, the owner of Pension 3,
Mr. Maruyama
and four men staying there were killed.
Also, a woman was seriously injured.
And today, the police released
a photo of an employee
believed to be involved in the incident.
This man is Mr. Maruyama's nephew
and there are reports he was subjected
to workplace harassment by Mr. Maruyama.
The police are also trying to locate
a woman in her 50s who stayed
at the holiday home around the same time.
She's suspected of
being involved in the incident.
Young man.
There's no point in trying so hard.
Didn't you like our sharehouse that much?
I was deeply shocked because
you wanted to move out immediately!
But, don't tell him.
I'll give you some after-sales service.
I said there was no point in struggling.
What's that?
You must be Mr. Maru.
Yes, the clean-up has been done.
We can leave at any time.
You always work so fast.
That's pretty amazing.
In the end,
you're merely human like everyone else.
How do you feel?
How does it feel to be betrayed?
Megumi
Wait a second.
I was just doing what I was told.
What I did to you was to follow the order.
It hurts, it really hurts!
I don't want to die yet.
At least 100 people
should be dead by me
before I kill myself.
What kind of a man is Kirishima?
I'll let you live if you tell me.
He's a liberator.
What're you doing?
You better run away fast.
What're you doing?
Why are you
Let's just calm down for a second.
I did it not because I wanted to do
but because I was scared of him.
OK, let's team up, you and me.
Gosh, I'm gonna kill you.
It's a lie, right?
Mr. Maru.
As I said, you're not cut out
for this job after all.
I'll make it clear now.
Mr. Yuu.
It's so cool.
Contrary to expectations
This kind of development isn't so bad.
Where is Megumi?
What a touching reunion
Hey
Kirishima
Me?
I didn't kill her.
Then, who did this to her?
Hold on.
Where are you going with your luggage?
Wait, you don't have a place
Baby, I'm sorry.
Megumi.
Baby.
Megumi?
Megumi.
Megumi.
You killed Megumi
and tried to go on with your life
as if nothing had happened, right?
Did you protect yourself
by imagining that she was alive?
In your head,
were you playing a good boyfriend
without offending your love?
Tell me the truth.
It's nothing.
You just do your work hard.
What happened?
Sorry, babe.
I'm afraid I should go back home.
So, today
I'm gonna stay with you.
Megumi
Guilty.
And
These are about to be settled, too.
But, Mr. Yuu
We need a plot to a story
Stop peeking at them
like youre some hot shot
Mr. Yuu.
I'll put you in that jar, too.
And the final touch is
The truth will do the final touch, right?
Mr. Yuu.
You.
You
You died earlier!
What are you?
What kind of creature are you?
Why should that matter?
What's the purpose of it?
Fighting and killing each other
in a dumpster like this
What's the meaning of it?
Do you need meaning or purpose?
That's what humans do.
Humans instinctively hurt others,
make threats,
and bully those who appear weak.
Humans take pleasure in
seeing them struggle.
That's a lie.
Normal people don't do that.
That's only when
they happen to be peaceful.
But once humans fall into a trap,
they're bound to change.
There's no shortage of traps
in this world.
Poverty, loneliness, disasters,
epidemics, and even wars
Human history is a history of violence.
Since the birth of the human race
The era without wars in history is
It's less than 10%.
Now, Mr. Yuu.
Now, the bugs are going to fly to you.
Where is that sound of wings
coming from?
From across the sea?
Or are they coming from inside you?
You'll never be the same again.
Because you're my greatest masterpiece
from now on.
I felt that he just seemed
like an ordinary man in his 20s.
He didn't talk much, but he wasn't dark.
He must've gotten stressed out
somewhere.
He suddenly hit me
and I wanted to report him,
but the boss stopped me
Was the boss victimized by him?
Put him to death, Detective!
Yuu has an older brother.
He's disabled, and we need money
So, we were completely dependent on Yuu.
It's because of me.
This is all my fault!
I'm sorry.
Sorry, it's time to go to the hospital.
Mother.
Mother, it's okay.
If your son is innocent,
we'll clearly uncover the truth.
Mr. Yuu Matsui,
how are you feeling?
Today, based on what we've learned
from our investigation so far,
add the truth you know, please.
About the sharehouse called 'Ark'
It's been closed for quite some time.
The owner of the land and the building
lives overseas
and the place has been abandoned.
So, these people here
They illegally squatted for three months.
Also, they recruited tenants on a whim.
We found a large amount of blood
in the building.
As you can see,
11 people, including you
Their identities have all been confirmed.
And now we get to the main point.
These six people stayed there
around the same time as you.
And they have something in common.
They committed murder.
Or they were believed to do so.
Yamaguchi served time for murder
until last year.
And Jun?
That's not possible for him.
After seeing
his father abuse his mother,
he stabbed him to death when he was 8.
He didn't go to jail
because he was a kid.
I committed murder
Or I am believed to do so
Is that what you're saying?
This is Kanji Koyama.
Mr. Matsui.
Who are you? Who the heck are you?
Mr. Matsui
People often mistake an unconscious person
for having no heartbeat.
And this is a common occurrence.
Mr. Kirishima.
Koyama Kanji had been attracted
to Megumi since college.
Why did he contact you after 4 years
We don't know why yet.
But, I suspect he was trying to frame you.
It's a lie
It's a lie!
That's enough for today.
If you had called an ambulance right away
when Megumi collapsed
Mr. Matsui.
Things wouldn't have gone
so wrong for you.
No more, please.
It's hindering his recovery.
I'll be back.
Wait a minute.
That man is missing from the pictures.
Do you mean the man named Kirishima?
Yes.
Of course, we searched
the building very thoroughly.
However, about Kirishima you say
We couldn't find even a trace of blood
let alone a possible body.
What?
It means Kirishima doesn't exist.
No, that can't be
That's a lie.
And neither does Jun.
Oh, that's right.
Even Kanji saw and talked to him
Mr. Matsui.
The person called Kirishima
that you claim exists.
Everyone who had contact with him,
they are no longer in this world.
Except for you.
Mr. Matsui.
Mr. Matsui.
If we assume Mr. Yuu's claims are true
What kind of person is this Kirishima?
Just a possibility
Tell me what you think, Doc.
I can't be sure
but if I had to give an example,
it's like a group hallucination, right?
A group of people
with some common conditions
could see the same single vision.
It's rare, but not unheard of.
Young people who go to
a psychic experience
They all see the same ghost.
Isn't it a simple but similar phenomenon?
Can that actually happen?
It could be an angel born from guilt,
or a demon nurtured
by the darkness within.
We don't know which.
It's just a possibility.
Anyway, somehow
I feel sorry for him.
Matsui?
He brought this on himself.
However, thanks to Matsui
It ended without any further victims.
What's wrong?
Nothing.
Mr. Yuu.
Are you happy now?
-Good night.
-Good night.
Mr. Matsui, it's almost lights out,
so I'll take your temperature.