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Release Year1983
Runtime1h 35m
LanguageJapanese
CertificationNR
GenresTV Movie, Horror, Fantasy
Votes1
DirectorNobuhiko Obayashi
WritersChiho Katsura
TypeFeature Film
Rating5.0 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsLegend of the Cat Monster
About Legend of the Cat Monster
A legendary actress thought to be dead is discovered living in an isolated mansion. A screenwriter is tasked with writing her comeback film, which leads the two to live under the same roof.
Directed by Nobuhiko Obayashi, Legend of the Cat Monster leans on a strong ensemble — Takako Irie, Wakaba Irie, Akira Emoto — 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 tv movie titles of 1983.
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