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Embalming

July 30, 1999 1h 36m 4.4/10 (8 votes)

Originally released in 1999. Embalming is a drama/horror film. directed by Shinji Aoyama.

Starring Reiko Takashima, Yutaka Matsushige, and Seijun Suzuki

Synopsis

Miyako, a young female embalmer, is called to restore the body of a young man who has committed suicide. While performing the embalming process, she pricks herself on a needle buried deep within the boy’s flesh where it does not belong. When the head is stolen from the body during the night, Miyako begins a desperate search to recover it and finish her work, encountering organ harvesting, religious cults, and dark secrets from her own past along the way.

Quick Facts

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Release Date July 30, 1999 26 years ago
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Runtime 1h 36m 96 minutes total
User Rating 4.4/10 Mixed (8 votes)
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Language Japanese Original language
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Country Japan Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
JA

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Embalming about?

Miyako, a young female embalmer, is called to restore the body of a young man who has committed suicide. While performing the embalming process, she pricks herself on a needle buried deep within th...

Who directed Embalming?

Embalming was directed by Shinji Aoyama.

How long is Embalming?

Embalming has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).

When was Embalming released?

Embalming was released on July 30, 1999 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Embalming?

The main cast of Embalming includes Reiko Takashima, Yutaka Matsushige, Seijun Suzuki, Toshio Shiba, Kōjirō Hongō.