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黑夜飛頭記

1961
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Cantonese

hong kong film

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Director: Yee Tung-singGenres: Horror, Fantasy

Plot Summary

A young man is cursed and transformed into a creature with a detached, flying head, doomed to roam the night. He encounters various supernatural beings and faces challenges related to his curse.

Critical Reception

Information on critical reception for this classic Hong Kong horror film is scarce due to its age and limited international distribution. However, it is recognized as an early example of the 'flying head' supernatural horror subgenre in Hong Kong cinema.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its pioneering use of practical effects for its time.

  • Considered a significant film in the history of Hong Kong supernatural horror.

  • Noted for its atmospheric and unsettling portrayal of a terrifying curse.

Google audience: Audience reviews are difficult to ascertain due to the film's age and limited accessibility. However, it is generally regarded by enthusiasts as a cult classic within its genre.

Fun Fact

This film is one of the earliest and most influential examples of the 'flying head' ghost motif in Hong Kong cinema, a trope that would be revisited in many subsequent horror films.

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