Program Note
During a night shift, security guard Kiriyama watches a popular live streaming show titled '#Iwilltellyouthetruth' from the guardroom. The show is known for exposing the hidden truths behind sensational incidents and gossip, offering cash rewards and tips in return. The more shocking the revelation, the hotter the viewer reaction—and the greater the payout. In desperate need of money, Kiriyama decides to join the program and is eventually selected as a participant. However, what he faces is a truth far more immense and unimaginable than he ever anticipated. Truth always draws people in, but sometimes it can consume everything in its path. Depending on how people react, it may even reveal an entirely different face. This film keenly captures the psychology of the masses embedded in modern society, and through a series of twists and turns, it explores the weight and illusion of truth. Based on the novel of the same name, this adaptation amplifies the intensity of the original's twists. Amid the relentless shocks, Ohmori Motoki—lead vocalist of the popular band Mrs. GREEN APPLE—makes a striking debut as the lead actor, bringing a fresh new presence to the screen. (Martin LEE)