Trailer: ‘The Box Man’

By   |  Aug 12, 2024

‘The Box Man’ (箱男) is a 2024 Japanese drama directed by Gakuryu Ishii.

Based on the novel ‘Hako Otoko’ by Kobo Abe, the film revolves around a nameless man who gives up his identity to live with a large cardboard box over his head. The cast includes Masatoshi Nagase, Tadanobu Asano, Koichi Sato, Ayana Shiramoto, Kiyohiko Shibukawa, and Yuko Nakamura.

Synopsis: In the bustling streets of Tokyo, a peculiar man dons a cardboard box over his head. Through a small peephole, he observes the world and diligently records his observations in a notebook. The photographer, known as “Myself” encounters this enigmatic figure and becomes captivated by his unconventional existence. Inspired, Myself embarks on a similar journey, aiming to become a “Box Man” like the mysterious stranger. However, the path is fraught with challenges: a deceptive doctor, a cunning military man, and an alluring woman who tempts him. Can Myself achieve his dream of fully embracing the box man’s identity?

‘The Box Man’ opens across Japan on August 23, 2024.

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