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‘Cloud’ Explores Isolation and Online Violence in E-Commerce

7/18/2025

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Story summary

"Cloud," directed by Kiyoshi Kurosawa, centers on Ryosuke Yoshii, a reclusive online reseller in Tokyo.
As his e-commerce business flourishes, Yoshii encounters escalating threats, leading him to seek isolation in a remote area.
The film delves into themes of online violence and the lack of empathy in digital interactions.
Kurosawa parallels this work with "Pulse," highlighting modern life's isolation and the internet's darker aspects.

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Story summary

"Cloud," directed by Kiyoshi Kurosawa, centers on Ryosuke Yoshii, a reclusive online reseller in Tokyo.
As his e-commerce business flourishes, Yoshii encounters escalating threats, leading him to seek isolation in a remote area.
The film delves into themes of online violence and the lack of empathy in digital interactions.
Kurosawa parallels this work with "Pulse," highlighting modern life's isolation and the internet's darker aspects.