Beasts Clutching at Straws

Description

A struggling YouTuber discovers a lost gym bag containing 100 million yen in cash at an internet café while living with his ailing grandmother. This unexpected find ignites a tumultuous series of events as various parties, including a corrupt police officer in debt to the Yakuza and a manipulative femme fatale, converge to seize the fortune for themselves. The ensuing chaos reveals the lengths individuals will go to in their desperation. The film features an ensemble cast that includes Nana Mori, Hiroki Narimiya, and Ouji Suzuka. "Beasts Clutching at Straws" is based on Keisuke Sone's 2011 novel and is categorized as a neo-noir crime suspense thriller. The story unfolds in a contemporary Japanese urban setting, highlighting the intersection of crime and personal ambition. It is scheduled for a nationwide theatrical release in Japan on September 25, 2026.