Ebarake no hitobito
Ebarake no hitobito

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Ebarake no hitobito

1991
Movie
86 min
Japanese

The Ebara family, a typical middle-class family living in downtown Tokyo. When her mother-in-law sold a mountain, a large amount of 70 million yen came in, and with that as a down payment, she got her longing detached house. A slapstick drama for each family is unfolded on the stage of a dream home.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Kiyoshi KurosawaGenres: Drama, Horror, Mystery

Plot Summary

A struggling young man named Koji is searching for his missing sister, who disappeared under mysterious circumstances. His investigation leads him into a shadowy world of bizarre rituals and unsettling characters, suggesting a supernatural or cultish element behind her vanishing. As Koji delves deeper, he uncovers disturbing truths that blur the lines between reality and hallucination.

Critical Reception

Kiyoshi Kurosawa's early work, 'Ebarake no hitobito' is a cult classic known for its unsettling atmosphere and ambiguous narrative. While not widely released, it has gained recognition among horror and arthouse film enthusiasts for its unique blend of psychological tension and surreal imagery. Critics often highlight its experimental nature and its foreshadowing of Kurosawa's later, more acclaimed works.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unnerving atmosphere and surreal, dreamlike quality.

  • Noted for its unconventional narrative structure and psychological depth.

  • Considered an early, intriguing work by Kiyoshi Kurosawa, showcasing his emerging directorial style.

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Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The film was an early experiment for director Kiyoshi Kurosawa, who would later achieve international acclaim for his horror films like 'Cure' and 'Pulse'.

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