Cast
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Yui Natsukawa
as Hinako Myoujin
Michitaka Tsutsui
as Fumiya Akizawa
Chiaki Kuriyama
as Sayori Hiura
Toshie Negishi
as Teruko Hiura (Sayori's mother)
Ren Osugi
as Yasutaka Hiura (Sayori's father)
Makoto Satō
as Sendo
Tarō Suwa
as Oda
Tomoko Otakara
as Yukari Asakawa
Hazuki Kōzu
as Chizuko Oono
Reila Aphrodite
as
Shino Kaneko
as
Hisako Ôkata
as
Dai Kanai
as
Akko Tadano
as
Makoto Kakeda
as
Crew
Director
- Shunichi Nagasaki
Writer
- Kunimi Manda
- Takenori Sentô
Producer
- Masato Hara
- Yasushi Tsuge
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Horror film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Shikoku presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Shunichi Nagasaki 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 1999, 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 Shikoku took approximately 35 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 100 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 132 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 1642 individual shots.
- The screenplay went through 11 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
Historical Context
- In 1999, when this film was released:
- Digital technology was transforming the entertainment industry.
- The end of the Cold War was reshaping global politics.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: January 23, 1999
- Runtime: 1h 40m
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