Japanese cinema: "Onibaba"

Let's talk about movies! Join Movie Club Member Jennifer K to kick off her new series on Japanese Cinema with Onibaba.

Here's how it works:

1. Watch the movie on your own before we discuss, streaming links below.
2. Then, we'll all meet at Lucky Lab on SE Hawthorne at 4pm (map), there will be a sign at our table.
3. Grab some food and drinks and we'll spend some time discussing this masterpiece.

Movie Spotlight: Onibaba
Onibaba is a 1964 historical horror film directed by Kaneto Shindō about two women forced to survive war torn Japan by robbing and killing wandering samurai. When a former neighbor returns from the war, he disturbs their bleak and desperate existence and causes sexual jealousy that upends the formerly strong bond between the women with disastrous consequences.

A classic of Japanese cinema, Onibaba is known for its fantastic visuals, chilling horror, eroticism, and social commentary. The film won cinematographer Kiyoma Kuroda and actor Jitsuko Yoshimura awards at the 1965 Blue Ribbon Awards.

Tips:

1. Haven't seen the movie in a while? You're in for a treat—try to watch the movie sometime before we meet (Streaming Options). Just like a book club we do not watch the movie at our meetup, we just discuss it. You do not have to watch the movie to join us, but it'll be more fun if you can.
2. I usually take a few notes while I watch to keep from forgetting the most interesting stuff. If you think of some interesting discussion topics while you watch, bring them with you!

Resources:

• Letterboxd Page
• Follow Jennifer on Letterboxd