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Lullaby of Kishimojin
A complete horror film about parents who go insane because of their love for their daughter. Every time the full moon approaches, Naoko, a woman who can only survive by eating human flesh. The mother searches for prey for her daughter, while the father is tormented by remorse.
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Plot Summary
This mysterious film follows a woman who, after her husband's suspicious death, becomes entangled with a peculiar old woman and her unsettling beliefs. As she delves deeper into the secrets surrounding her husband's demise, she uncovers a dark connection to an ancient, possibly supernatural entity known as Kishimojin.
Critical Reception
Lullaby of Kishimojin received a mixed to positive reception, often praised for its atmospheric tension and unsettling themes, though some critics found its pacing and narrative ambiguity challenging.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its haunting atmosphere and stylistic direction.
Some found the plot convoluted and difficult to follow.
The film's ambiguity was seen as both a strength and a weakness.
Google audience: Audience reception is not widely available for this title.
Fun Fact
The film is loosely inspired by the legend of Kishimojin, a Buddhist deity often depicted as a demon who steals children but later becomes their protector.
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