The movie Usogui is based on a popular Japanese manga of the same name written and illustrated by Toshio Sako. It follows the story of Madarame Baku, a young gambler with exceptional skills in detecting lies and cheating. He becomes known as Usogui, or The Lie Eater, due to his ability to uncover lies and deceit in high-stakes gambling games.
The story is set in Club Kakerou, an illegal gambling den that attracts the wealthiest and most talented gamblers in the world. To become the best in their profession, the players engage in intense battles of wit and strategy, using unconventional methods to outsmart their opponents. However, when a new gambler arrives on the scene, with a reputation for being unbeatable, the stakes get even higher.
Madarame Baku is challenged to a series of dangerous games by this mysterious opponent, known only as the King of the Underground. Driven by his unbreakable code of honor, Baku accepts the challenge, risking everything he has to beat the King and become the ultimate Usogui.
The movie is filled with intense and suspenseful scenes, as the two rivals engage in a battle of wits, trying to outmaneuver each other at every turn. The stunning visuals and impressive performance by the cast make Usogui an unforgettable experience for fans of the manga series and newcomers alike.
