The Devil’s Path to Success: Kazuya Shiraishi’s Latest Thriller

Kazuya Shiraishi, the mastermind behind some of Japan’s most thrilling crime movies, is back with another gripping tale of murder and suspense. Lesson in Murder, based on a novel by Riu Kushiki, is a gripping thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

A crime scene investigation

The story revolves around Masaya Kakei, a timid college student who receives an invitation from a convicted serial killer, Yamato Haimura. As the story unfolds, we are taken on a journey of flashbacks, revealing the gruesome killings and the cat-and-mouse game between the killer and the detective.

Yamato Haimura, the convicted serial killer

Shiraishi’s direction is masterful, weaving together the complex threads of the story with ease. The film’s atmosphere is tense and foreboding, with a sense of unease that permeates every scene.

Kazuya Shiraishi, the mastermind behind Lesson in Murder

Lesson in Murder is a must-watch for fans of crime thrillers. With its intricate plot, complex characters, and masterful direction, it’s a film that will keep you guessing until the very end.

A gripping crime thriller

The Silence of the Lambs fans will appreciate the nods to the classic thriller, and Shiraishi’s own Wolves duology. But Lesson in Murder stands on its own as a gripping, suspenseful thriller that will leave you breathless.

A classic thriller that inspired Lesson in Murder

Lesson in Murder is screening at the San Diego Asian Film Festival. Don’t miss out on this gripping thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

The San Diego Asian Film Festival