Solomon's Perjury
On Christmas morning, Fujino Ryoko finds her classmate Kashiwagi Takuya’s dead body at their snow covered school. The police and the school conclude that Kashiwagi Takuya died by suicide. At that time, an anonymous letter is delivered to Fujino Ryoko. The letter states that Kashiwagi Takuya was murdered by a group of students including Ooide Shunji. The media and SNS begin to question whether Kashiwagi Takuya really died by suicide or was he murdered. The school principal tries to take control of the narrative, but this leads to a more chaotic situation. Fujino Ryoko is disturbed by people's reaction to Kashiwagi Takuya’s death. She asks for a trial and an unprecedented school trial begins.
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Plot Summary
A student's death at a prestigious high school is initially ruled a suicide, but evidence suggests foul play. The students, unwilling to let the truth be buried, decide to conduct their own trial to uncover what truly happened. This student-led investigation delves into the complex social dynamics and secrets within the school.
Critical Reception
The series was praised for its intricate plot, compelling performances, and its exploration of social issues within a school setting. It garnered attention for its mature themes and suspenseful narrative, though some found the pacing to be slow at times.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its intelligent script and the suspenseful 'whodunit' mystery.
- Noted for strong performances from the young cast and the handling of mature themes.
- Some critics felt the pacing could be deliberate, but the payoff was generally considered worthwhile.
Google audience: Audience reception is not widely aggregated on Google for this specific series, but general feedback indicates appreciation for its complex storyline and thought-provoking social commentary.
Fun Fact
The series is based on a Japanese novel of the same name by Miyuki Miyabe, which has also been adapted into films and manga.
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