Yamagata Scream (2009)
High school seniors Mikayo, Chuko and Kei are forced to join a historical research club to fulfill a graduation requirement. Their teacher, Mr. Kachi, plans a mandatory club trip to a small village called Oshakabe in Yamagata prefecture to study remnants of an ancient clan of warriors called the ochimusha who displayed legendary cowardice in battle. When they arrive, the local villagers hold a special ceremony and construct a "super shrine". As a result, an 800-year seal is broken, unleashing a curse that causes the ochimusha to rise from the grave.
Director: Naoto Takenaka
Genre: Comedy, Horror
Runtime: 115 min
Release Date: August 1, 2009
Cast
- Riko Narumi - Mikayo Okagaite / Mitsubue
- Akira - Santaro Yomosuga
- Naoto Takenaka - Yamazaki / Leader of Red Barons
- Maiko - Kaiko Katsu
- Mirei Kiritani - Chuko Kaburagi
- Ikki Sawamura - Tadatsune Tsuzuranuki
- Haru - Munae Hraizen
- Yoichi Nukumizu - Youichi Nukumizu
- Tomoe Shinohara - Chepi
- Arata Saeki - Uruyan
Screenplay
Cinematography: Yasushi Sasakibara
Production: GAGA Communications
Country: Japan
Language: 日本語
Original Language: ja
More Films by Director: Naoto Takenaka
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Yamagata Scream about?
- High school seniors Mikayo, Chuko and Kei are forced to join a historical research club to fulfill a graduation requirement. Their teacher, Mr. Kachi, plans a mandatory club trip to a small village called Oshakabe in Yamagata prefecture to study remnants of an ancient clan of warriors called the ochimusha who displayed legendary cowardice in battle. When they arrive, the local villagers hold a special ceremony and construct a "super shrine". As a result, an 800-year seal is broken, unleashing a curse that causes the ochimusha to rise from the grave.
- Who directed Yamagata Scream?
- Yamagata Scream was directed by Naoto Takenaka.
- Who stars in Yamagata Scream?
- Yamagata Scream stars Riko Narumi, Akira, Naoto Takenaka, Maiko, Mirei Kiritani, Ikki Sawamura.
- How long is Yamagata Scream?
- Yamagata Scream has a runtime of 1h 55m (115 minutes).
- What genre is Yamagata Scream?
- Yamagata Scream is a Comedy, Horror film.
- Where was Yamagata Scream produced?
- Yamagata Scream was produced in Japan.