Kuroneko (1968)
Original title: 藪の中の黒猫
Kuroneko is a 1968 Japanese-language drama movie directed by Kaneto Shindō, with a running time of 1h 40m. It stars Kichiemon Nakamura II, Nobuko Otowa and Kiwako Taichi.
In the Sengoku period, a woman and her daughter are raped and murdered by soldiers during a time of civil war. Afterwards, a series of samurai returning from the war through that area are found mysteriously dead with their throats torn out. The governor calls in a wild and fierce young hero to quell what is evidently an Onryō ghost.
Quick answers
What is Kuroneko about?
In the Sengoku period, a woman and her daughter are raped and murdered by soldiers during a time of civil war. Afterwards, a series of samurai returning from the war through that area are found mysteriously dead with their throats torn out. The governor calls in a wild and fierce young hero to quell what is evidently an Onryō ghost.
When was Kuroneko released?
Kuroneko was released on 24 February 1968.
How long is Kuroneko?
Kuroneko runs 1h 40m.
Who made Kuroneko?
Kuroneko was directed by Kaneto Shindō.
Where can I watch Kuroneko?
Kuroneko is available on Criterion Channel, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies and YouTube.
Where to watch Kuroneko
Stream: Criterion Channel
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
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