# Evil Does Not Exist \(Criterion Premieres\) \[Blu-ray\]

Criterion Premieres: Evil Does Not Exist is a Japanese-language drama directed by Ryusuke Hamaguchi, presented here on a single Blu-ray disc. Set in a snowy mountain village, it follows a community confronting a proposed glamping development and its potential environmental effects.

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- Price: 14.98 USD
- Previous price: 29.95 USD
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- Rating: 4.6 / 5
- Reviews: 40

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## At a glance

- A contemplative drama about a village’s resistance to a proposed glamping site and concerns about its environmental impact.
- The listing describes a snowy rural setting and a central character whose loyalties become uncertain.
- Listed special features include a new interview with director Ryusuke Hamaguchi and a trailer.

## Pros

- Includes an interview with the director and a trailer alongside the feature film.
- English subtitles are listed for the Japanese-language film.
- The single-disc Blu-ray format is clearly identified.

## Specifications

### Film and disc
- Format: Blu-ray
- Number of discs: 1
- Genre: Drama
- Director: Ryusuke Hamaguchi
- Language: Japanese
- Subtitles: English
- Runtime: 1 hour and 46 minutes
- Aspect ratio: 1.66:1
- Rating: Unrated \(Not Rated\)
- Release date: December 17, 2024
- Studio: The Criterion Collection
### Dimensions
- Listed dimensions and weight: 0.6 x 6.7 x 5.33 inches; 3.04 ounces

## A good fit for

- Viewers interested in Ryusuke Hamaguchi’s films and measured, atmospheric drama.
- Collectors seeking this Criterion Premieres title on Blu-ray.
- Audiences drawn to stories about rural communities, development, and the environment.

## Less suited to

- Shoppers specifically seeking a 4K UHD edition, which is not the format listed here.
- Viewers who require English-language audio, which is not listed.

## Customer feedback

Aggregate ratings lean positive, with most recorded ratings in the top two star categories, but a smaller share is lower. This offers a limited indication of overall reception rather than specific feedback about the film, its extras, or the Blu-ray presentation.

## Frequently asked questions

### What format is this edition?
The listing identifies it as a Blu-ray with one disc. It does not list a 4K UHD edition.
### What language and subtitles are listed?
Japanese is listed as the language, with English subtitles.
### What extras are included?
The description lists a new interview with director Ryusuke Hamaguchi and a trailer.
### What is the film about?
In a secluded mountain village, residents react to a proposed glamping site amid concerns about its potential environmental impact.

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