Mamono is a compelling suspense story that draws audiences into the life of Kajin Ayame, a bright lawyer with a promising career, yet she lives a solitary existence. Her world is dramatically altered by the enigmatic appearance of Minamoto Iteya, a beautiful and dangerously seductive man. He harbors a chilling belief that love inherently means possession, and is currently under intense suspicion for both domestic violence against his wife and the alleged murder of a prominent university professor.
Despite the serious accusations surrounding him, an undeniable and instinctive attraction immediately sparks between Ayame and Iteya. Driven by this connection, Ayame is compelled to take on his case. The film follows her dedicated efforts to prove Iteya's innocence, as she navigates a complex web of suspicion and dark motives, challenging her own perceptions of justice, devotion, and the true nature of love.
Other names: まもの, The Monster Within