A university student finds himself wrapped up in the bizarre world of his next door neighbor, learning about his history and relationship with a girl who changed his life.
Direction
Nakamura's puzzle-box storytelling that rewards patience beautifully.
Acting
Eita's magnetic, mysterious performance as the enigmatic Kawasaki.
Writing
Kotomi Isaka's novel adapted with perfect tonal whiplash.
Director
Yoshihiro Nakamura
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
The film adapts Kotomi Isaka's novel; director Nakamura later became famous for 'Fish Story' and 'The Magnificent Nine.'
The duck species title refers to two ducks in the story: Kinley the stolen bird and the 'native' duck of Japanese society that Kawasaki cannot become.
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