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Devil in Human Being

Devil in Human Being (1949)

Apr 01, 1949 N/A Horror

A young girl, Suli, marries a young man, Zhengli. After the marriage, Su Li realizes that her husband is acting strangely, so she follows him to Zheng Li's former home and encounters a series of strange events. Finally, Su Li learns from her nanny, Wang Ma, that the house was haunted three years ago, and that Zheng Li's sister-in-law, Li Zhen, was forced by a ghost to hang herself from a beam, and that Zheng Li's brother came back as a madman. The day after Su Li learns of all this, the bookkeeper Lao Wang is killed again, and next, the nursemaid is also brutally murdered. Suli knows she is in danger and wants to leave immediately, but Zhengli does not agree. Suli is in danger several times, but fortunately saved, and finally finds the real killer, and kills him because he is full of evil!

Directed by Zhaozhang He

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Lin Moyu
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呂玉坤

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Zhou Chu
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楊誠

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Ching Miao
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于沖

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梁明

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曼萍

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唐琪

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Shang Hua
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Crew

Director
  • Zhaozhang He
Writer
  • Doe Ching
Producer
  • 柳中亮

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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. Devil in Human Being presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.

Director Zhaozhang He 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 1949, 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 Devil in Human Being took approximately 15 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The cast underwent specialized training for 5 weeks before filming began.
  • Some visual effects sequences took up to 10 months to complete.
  • The film contains approximately 1491 individual shots.

Historical Context

  • In 1949, 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.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: April 1, 1949

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