Resurrection of a Corpse
Originally released in 1898. Resurrection of a Corpse is a horror/comedy film. directed by Shiro Asano.
Starring Soujiro Sugiura, Kobayashi Sugiura, and Eijiro Hatta
Synopsis
One of the two earliest horror films ever made. This film is presumed lost. In this black comedy scene, the bottom falls out of a coffin, the corpse tumble out, and is jolted back to life. Short sequences like this, as well as street scenes and dancing geisha girls were the main subjects of early Nippon cinema, pioneered by Shiro Asano and Shibata Tsunekichi from 1897 onwards. In creating dramatic, scenes, film-makers naturally chose the most striking or bizarre. Another undocumented film, recalled by cameraman Shiro Asano.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 2, 1898
128 years ago
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Konishi Honten
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Resurrection of a Corpse about?
One of the two earliest horror films ever made. This film is presumed lost. In this black comedy scene, the bottom falls out of a coffin, the corpse tumble out, and is jolted back to life. Short se...
Who directed Resurrection of a Corpse?
Resurrection of a Corpse was directed by Shiro Asano.
When was Resurrection of a Corpse released?
Resurrection of a Corpse was released on January 2, 1898 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Resurrection of a Corpse?
The main cast of Resurrection of a Corpse includes Soujiro Sugiura, Kobayashi Sugiura, Eijiro Hatta.