Onibaba (1964)
- CategoryHorror
- LanguageEnglish
- Runtime1h 45m
- DirectorKaneto Shindō
- IMDb Rating7.7
- Year1964
- Release dateNov 21, 1964
- StarsNobuko Otowa, Jitsuko Yoshimura, Kei Satō, Jūkichi Uno
Onibaba
While her son, Kichi, is away at war, a woman and her daughter-in-law survive by killing samurai who stray into their swamp, then selling whatever valuables they find. Both are devastated when they learn that Kichi has died, but his wife soon begins an affair with a neighbor who survived the war, Hachi. The mother disapproves and, when she can't steal Hachi for herself, tries to scare her daughter-in-law with a mysterious mask from a dead samurai.
Onibaba Synopsis
With an impressive 7.7/10 rating, Onibaba (1964) is one of the most acclaimed Horror films in the 1337x catalog. "The most daring film import ever...From Japan!" This captivating Horror film delivers a memorable cinematic experience from start to finish. Directed by Kaneto Shindō, the film showcases masterful storytelling and visual artistry. Featuring standout performances from Nobuko Otowa, Jitsuko Yoshimura, Kei Satō, the cast brings depth and authenticity to every scene. It has a runtime of 1h 45m. While her son, Kichi, is away at war, a woman and her daughter-in-law survive by killing samurai who stray into their swamp, then selling whatever valuables they find. Both are devastated when they le...
