Black Lizard
A detective tries to outwit an art loving thief who has kidnapped the daughter of a jeweler to get to an exquisite diamond.
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Plot Summary
A femme fatale known as the Black Lizard orchestrates a series of daring jewel heists across Tokyo, leaving a trail of bewildered police and wealthy victims in her wake. Her elaborate schemes are driven by a desire for exquisite gems, and she often taunts the authorities with her intelligence and audacity. Detective Aoyama struggles to anticipate her next move, finding himself increasingly fascinated by her cunning and enigmatic persona.
Critical Reception
Black Lizard is a stylish and campy cult classic, praised for its unique blend of noir aesthetics, eroticism, and surreal humor. While not a mainstream critical darling upon release, it has since garnered a significant following for its bold visual style and Yukio Mishima's memorable performance.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its unique visual style and campy, erotic tone.
- Yukio Mishima's performance as the detective is a highlight.
- A quirky and entertaining cult film that defies easy categorization.
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Fun Fact
The film features a rare on-screen acting appearance by the renowned Japanese author Yukio Mishima, who plays the detective Hercule M. O. M. S. (Hercule M. O. M. S.), a character based on Edgar Allan Poe's C. Auguste Dupin and Maurice Leblanc's Arsène Lupin.
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