Method Murder: The Actor and the Role

Synopsis

"Method Murder: The Actor and the Role," also known as "Yakumei Satsujinki," plunges into the dark side of method acting, where the line between performance and reality blurs with deadly consequences. Yuya Hiiragi, a rising star, becomes consumed by his role as a murderer, losing himself in the character's impulses. He strangles his girlfriend, marking the horrifying start of his descent. After a rehearsal, an attack triggers his "murderer" persona, leaving him amidst lifeless bodies. His manager, Kiryu, proposes a cover-up, but a sharp detective threatens to expose their lies. This suspenseful drama explores themes of identity, mental instability, and the dangerous allure of darkness. Will Hiiragi be able to separate himself from the role, or will he succumb completely to the murderous impulses that now define him? Can he evade the detective's relentless pursuit, or will his method acting lead to his ultimate downfall?