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A period mystery in which an unconventional priest exposes the truth behind the bizarre death of a maid in the shogun's harem. Kinuyo Tanaka stylishly plays a constantly intoxicated geisha in this all-star entertainment film.
Taking its title from an archaic Japanese word meaning "ghost story," this anthology adapts four folk tales. A penniless samurai marries for money with tragic results. A man stranded in a blizzard is saved by Yuki the Snow Maiden, but his rescue comes at a cost. Blind musician Hoichi is forced to perform for an audience of ghosts. An author relates the story of a samurai who sees another warrior's reflection in his teacup.
Bored Hatamoto film #10
Bored Hatamoto movie #11
Sequel to "Island of Horrors" (獄門島, 1949).
First film of the Bannai Tarao series starring Chiezo Kataoka
A giant stone statue comes to life to protect the residents of a small town against the depradations of an evil warlord.
1947 Japanese movie
Japanese comedy film.
A comedic retelling of the legend of the loyal 47 ronin.