Onibaba

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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.

Tagline

“The most daring film import ever...From Japan!”

Release Status

Released

Genres

Horror

Director

Kaneto Shindō

Original Language

JA

What is Onibaba about?

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.

Who directed Onibaba?

Onibaba was directed by Kaneto Shindō.

When was Onibaba released?

Onibaba was released on November 21, 1964.

How long is Onibaba?

Onibaba has a runtime of 1h 45m.

Where can I track Onibaba?

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