Lie Lie Lie

The story follows Hatano, an insomniac freelance typesetter living alone in a bayside apartment. His life takes an unexpected turn when Aikawa, a high school classmate he hasn't seen in a decade, reappears with a bag of clams and claims to be a successful director of a trading company. Aikawa soon becomes a permanent guest on Hatano's couch, dragging him into a world of deception and con artistry.

As Hatano grapples with the strange side effects of sleeping pills, he finds himself increasingly entangled in Aikawa's schemes. The narrative unfolds to reveal Aikawa's ambitions and the entanglements with a representative from a major publishing company. Through its intense interactions, the film delves into the darker aspects of human nature, trust, and the lengths to which people will go for personal gain. This drama's character-driven plot and psychological depth may resonate with those interested in complex narratives and character studies.