The Ghost Cat of Otama Pond

Two lovers lost in the mountains. In what direction do not go, they find themselves in a mysterious forest pond, as if some kind of force does not want to let them go. Once upon a time, over a century ago, there had been a crime, whose shadow still hovers over these places.

Directed by Yoshihiro Ishikawa, The Ghost Cat of Otama Pond leans on a strong ensemble — Shōzaburō Date, Namiji Namiura, Noriko Kitazawa — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about horror titles of 1960.