Ryusuke Hamaguchi's New Film 'Evil Does Not Exist' Criticized for Nature Kitsch

Ryusuke Hamaguchi, the Japanese director known for 'Drive My Car', has released a new film titled 'Evil Does Not Exist'. The film, which premiered recently, explores the disruption of a peaceful village by a camping project. However, critics argue that the film's focus on aesthetic beauty causes it to miss the most interesting conflicts. The review, published in the Neue Zürcher Zeitung, criticizes Hamaguchi for losing himself in nature kitsch and expressing a longing for an idyllic world. The film is noted for its length, with the review stating it offers more than hours about death and aging without a single boring second. The review highlights the tension between the film's visual appeal and its narrative depth.