Movie · 1965

Kwaidan

In the tradition of "RASHOMON" and "GATE OF HELL."

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Japanese folklore Anthological horror Hauntingly episodic Stylized nightmare Vengeful ghosts Tragic romance

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Release
1965
Runtime
183 min

Synopsis

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.

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