Lizard Baby (2004)

Lizard Baby (2004) poster

Horror screenwriter, Umeki, has writer's block. He goes with his pregnant wife, Akiko, to a check-up and is struck with an incredible idea - a horror story about a woman who gives birth to a reptile! Despite his wife's disgust, Umeki goes ahead with the screenplay, which the critics love. But the horrible prophecy fulfills itself, as his wife gives birth to a freak of nature. His baby is born half human, half lizard! The reptilian baby slithers on the floor, leaving a wet trail of slime behind [it]. To his horror, his wife, Akiko, holds it lovingly in her arms. His movie has become a mirror image of his own life as Umeki slips slowly into madness.

Director: Yoshihiro Nakamura
Genre: Horror
Runtime: 50 min
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Country: Japan
Language: 日本語
Original Language: ja
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lizard Baby about?
Horror screenwriter, Umeki, has writer's block. He goes with his pregnant wife, Akiko, to a check-up and is struck with an incredible idea - a horror story about a woman who gives birth to a reptile! Despite his wife's disgust, Umeki goes ahead with the screenplay, which the critics love. But the horrible prophecy fulfills itself, as his wife gives birth to a freak of nature. His baby is born half human, half lizard! The reptilian baby slithers on the floor, leaving a wet trail of slime behind [it]. To his horror, his wife, Akiko, holds it lovingly in her arms. His movie has become a mirror image of his own life as Umeki slips slowly into madness.
Who directed Lizard Baby?
Lizard Baby was directed by Yoshihiro Nakamura.
Who stars in Lizard Baby?
Lizard Baby stars Kurume Arisaka, Mansaku Ikeuchi, Matomu Onda, Kōichi Koshimura, Sakichi Sato, Yoshie Ohtsuka.
How long is Lizard Baby?
Lizard Baby has a runtime of 50m (50 minutes).
What genre is Lizard Baby?
Lizard Baby is a Horror film.
Where was Lizard Baby produced?
Lizard Baby was produced in Japan.