Cast
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Hiroyuki Sanada
as Seiichiro Fukiya
Kyūsaku Shimada
as Kogoro Akechi
Yumi Yoshiyuki
as Tokiko Sunaga
Yuko Daike
as Mayumi Hanazaki
Ittoku Kishibe
as
Hitomi Miwa
as Yoshio Kobayashi
Chisako Hara
as Mitsu Tsuchiya
Masami Horiuchi
as
Naomasa Musaka
as
Minori Terada
as Shuhei Akimura
Sosuke Saito
as
Harumi Ogawa
as
Eishin Tono
as
Masasuke Hirose
as
Crew
Director
- Akio Jissoji
Producer
- Takashige Ichise
- Noriko Shishikura
- Makoto Ishihara
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Thriller/Mystery/Horror film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Murder on D Street presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Akio Jissoji brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1998, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its critical acclaim reflects its artistic achievements and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Murder on D Street took approximately 3 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 90 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 113 minutes long.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The screenplay went through 12 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The costume department created over 497 unique costume pieces for the production.
Historical Context
- In 1998, when this film was released:
- The end of the Cold War was reshaping global politics.
- Digital technology was transforming the entertainment industry.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: May 16, 1998
- Runtime: 1h 30m