Cast
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Ken Osawa
as Hideo Hagiwara
Mina Fujii
as Momoko Hagiwara
Mitsuko Oka
as Tsuruko Hagiwara
Shirō Sano
as Dr. Murakami
Jiji Bû
as Doctor
Mark Chinnery
as Dr. Anderson
Terry Ito
as Alien
Keisaku Kimura
as Signalman
Wakana Matsumoto
as Signalman
Tomorowo Taguchi
as Shinto Priest
Pierre Taki
as Tank Corps Captain
Kanji Tsuda
as Fisherman Kubo
Hiroyuki Watanabe
as SDF Commander
Kazuhiro Yoshida
as Gehara
Crew
Director
- Kiyotaka Taguchi
Producer
- Takuyuki Matsuno
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Comedy/Science Fiction/Horror/Action/Fantasy film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Geharha: The Dark and Long-Haired Monster presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by blending supernatural elements with realistic human reactions.
Director Kiyotaka Taguchi 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 2009, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its critical acclaim reflects its artistic achievements and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Geharha: The Dark and Long-Haired Monster took approximately 6 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 15 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 61 minutes long.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- The film contains approximately 2116 individual shots.
- The musical score contains over 64 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 2009, when this film is released:
- Digital technology was disrupting traditional media and entertainment.
- The September 11 attacks changed global security and politics.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: February 24, 2009
- Runtime: 15m