The film “Cloud” will be released nationwide in September.
This suspense thriller depicts the “mass insanity” that is born from a chain of hatred that spreads in a faceless society. The main character, Yoshii Ryosuke, who earns money through resale under the handle “Ratel,” is a common man who wants to gain an advantage over others by making a little money.
The film stars Masaki Sugata, who has led the Japanese film industry with numerous blockbuster hits such as “Love Like a Bouquet” and “Not to Call It a Mystery,” and was directed and written by Kiyoshi Kurosawa, who has produced many internationally acclaimed films including “CURE” and “Creepy: The False Neighbors. This is the first time for the two to work together.
The fear and humor lurking within everyday life. The filming process, where Director Kurosawa’s thoughts are gradually revealed each day, was immensely enjoyable and a luxurious experience. The pure and distorted human actions are irresistible. Anyway, I can’t wait for the completion. Looking forward to the movie “Cloud.”
Masaki Suda
About the film
In the corners of contemporary Japan, occasional acts of seemingly purposeless violence take place. Upon investigating the causes, it appears that there is a system where minor grudges and irritated feelings gather and swell through the internet. I envisioned this phenomenon becoming the subject of an action movie and initiated this project. The protagonist is an ordinary man who desires to gain a slight advantage over others through modest financial gains. The story revolves around this character unwittingly attracting the resentment of those around him, eventually leading to a life-threatening showdown. However, as the filming progressed, I realized that the movie wouldn’t be a straightforward, cathartic action film. One reason is the astonishing acting prowess of the lead, Masaki Suda, who brought profound shades and complexity to this character. Another reason is that the intense battle unexpectedly began to take on the semblance of a “war.” The intertwining of profit and revenge escalated, and violence was triggered, reaching a point of no return. Contemporary wars might unfold in a similar manner, unexpectedly escalating until there’s no turning back.About Masaki Suda
Kiyoshi Kurosawa
Suda is an actor who captivates everyone’s attention. His distinctive features, voice, posture—whether in the background or front and center, Masaki Suda’s unmistakable individuality rises above in every scene. Despite this, he possesses a commonality, a down-to-earth quality that allows him to blend into the crowd, particularly in ordinary settings. He seems to be a remarkably intelligent individual, skillfully combining innate qualities and calculated decisions. The character Yoshii Ryosuke, portrayed by Suda, is an earnest yet devoted scoundrel—a character rarely seen in contemporary Japanese cinema. The classification of the character may seem contradictory, but Suda masterfully portrayed this challenging role with both sensitivity and confidence. It’s unclear whether the delicate aspects are calculated and the confident ones are innate, or perhaps vice versa, or if it’s all intuition. The true nature remains unknown, but in this mystery, I am once again convinced that such ambiguity is the hallmark of a great star.
