Demon Thistle
Originally released in 1927. Demon Thistle is a feature film. directed by Teinosuke Kinugasa. At just 14 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Akiko Chihaya and Kazuo Hasegawa
Synopsis
The vast majority of the commercial films made by Kinugasa in the 1920s have, like almost all Japanese films of the period, been lost. Even a fragmentary survival such as Oni azami is to be celebrated – the more so since the film marked the first of many appearances by popular star Chojiro Hayashi (1908-84) in Kinugasa films. The original story of Oni azami is credited to Fred Niblo, the American director of Blood and Sand (1922) and Ben-Hur (1925). It derives from The Red Lily (1924), a Ramón Novarro vehicle that had been a great success on its release in Japan.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- XX
Production Companies
- Kinugasa Eiga Renmei
- Shochiku Shimokamo
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Demon Thistle about?
The vast majority of the commercial films made by Kinugasa in the 1920s have, like almost all Japanese films of the period, been lost. Even a fragmentary survival such as Oni azami is to be celebra...
Who directed Demon Thistle?
Demon Thistle was directed by Teinosuke Kinugasa.
How long is Demon Thistle?
Demon Thistle has a runtime of 0 hours and 14 minutes (14 minutes total).
When was Demon Thistle released?
Demon Thistle was released on January 1, 1927 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Demon Thistle?
The main cast of Demon Thistle includes Akiko Chihaya, Kazuo Hasegawa.