Kwaidan (1965)

"In the tradition of "RASHOMON" and "GATE OF HELL.""
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Kwaidan
StarringMichiyo AratamaRentaro MikuniMisako Watanabe
DirectorMasaki Kobayashi
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PG-13 3 hr 3 minJul 15th, 1965Fantasy, Drama, Horror
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Plot
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.

Movie Details

Theatrical Release:July 15th, 1965
On Digital & Streaming:May 27th, 2020 - Watch Now
On DVD & Blu-ray:October 10th, 2000 - Buy DVD
Original Language:Japanese
Production Companies:Ninjin Club
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