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Spirit of the Coffin

Spirit of the Coffin (1939)

Jun 17, 1939 N/A Horror

Due to the poverty in his hometown, a country boy left his hometown to join his relatives in a faraway place, leaving his wife at home. During that time, a bully coveted the beauty of the country boy's wife and tried to sexually assault her. The wife hangs herself from a beam to protect her chastity. When the country bumpkin returns home to look for his wife, the bullies beat the country bumpkin to death in order to eliminate the root of the problem. The two of them are so desperate for revenge that they return from the dead to take revenge on the bully. In the end, they lead the police to arrest the bully and bring him to justice.

Directed by Yeung Tin-Lok

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Kwong San-Siu

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Leong Suet-Fei

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Tsi-Hau Tsat

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Yung Yuk-Yi
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Yung Yuk-Yi

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Chao Fei-Fei

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Chu Ying-Mui

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Yeung Kwun-Hap

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Liu Mung-Kok

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Wong Cho-San

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Lau Hak-Suen
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Lau Hak-Suen

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Crew

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  • Yeung Tin-Lok

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Thematic Analysis

This Horror film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Spirit of the Coffin presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.

Director Yeung Tin-Lok 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 1939, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.

Did You Know?

  • The production of Spirit of the Coffin took approximately 18 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The film contains approximately 1563 individual shots.
  • Some visual effects sequences took up to 10 months to complete.
  • The screenplay went through 9 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.

Historical Context

  • In 1939, when this film was released:
  • The civil rights movement was gaining momentum in the United States.
  • The Cold War was intensifying, influencing global politics and culture.
  • The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.

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Details

  • Release Date: June 17, 1939

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