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Dark Story of a Japanese Rapist (1967): Cast

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Dark Story of a Japanese Rapist is a 1967 crime horror film directed by Kôji Wakamatsu, starring Osamu Yamashita as Yoshio Marukido, Mikio Terashima and Kazuo Komizu. It runs 1 hour 14 minutes.

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Dark Story of a Japanese Rapist (1967) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 14m (74 min)
Director
Kôji Wakamatsu
Genres
Horror , Crime , Drama
Original language
Japanese
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Dark Story of a Japanese Rapist About?

The premise of Dark Story of a Japanese Rapist without spoilers.

A study of a young, disturbed man who rapes and murders women, then stores their bodies in a hidden cave. The film is based on the real post‑war case of Yoshio Kodaira, a notorious serial rapist and murderer, and delves into his twisted psychology and the grim consequences of his crimes.

Dark Story of a Japanese Rapist Themes & Keywords

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  • murder
  • women
  • young
  • pinku eiga
  • softcore
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Cast & crew

Dark Story of a Japanese Rapist Cast & Characters

Osamu Yamashita leads the cast as Yoshio Marukido, with Mikio Terashima as Prosecutor and Kazuo Komizu as Village thug. Directed by Kôji Wakamatsu; 14 actors are credited in all.

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More from Kôji Wakamatsu

More films directed by Kôji Wakamatsu, best-rated first: United Red Army, Caterpillar, The Millennial Rapture and 11.25 The Day He Chose His Own Fate.

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Dark Story of a Japanese Rapist Also Known As

2 alternative titles: “Zoku Nihon bôkô ankokushi: Bôgyakuma” and “Histoire de la violence de l'underground japonais 2: le violeur”.

Also known as
  • Zoku Nihon bôkô ankokushi: Bôgyakuma
  • Histoire de la violence de l'underground japonais 2: le violeur

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Dark Story of a Japanese Rapist FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Dark Story of a Japanese Rapist, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Dark Story of a Japanese Rapist?

Dark Story of a Japanese Rapist runs 1 hour 14 minutes (74 minutes).

When was Dark Story of a Japanese Rapist released?

Dark Story of a Japanese Rapist was released on December 5, 1967.

Who directed Dark Story of a Japanese Rapist?

Dark Story of a Japanese Rapist was directed by Kôji Wakamatsu.

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Who is in the cast of Dark Story of a Japanese Rapist?

Dark Story of a Japanese Rapist stars Osamu Yamashita as Yoshio Marukido, Mikio Terashima as Prosecutor and Kazuo Komizu as Village thug, among 14 credited actors.

Does Dark Story of a Japanese Rapist have a post-credit scene?

No. Dark Story of a Japanese Rapist has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Dark Story of a Japanese Rapist in?

The original language of Dark Story of a Japanese Rapist is Japanese.

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