The Hateful Beast
Directed byKōji Wakamatsu
Directed by
Kōji Wakamatsu
In the Edo era, two man arrive in a village and engage in criminal activity. While one of them becomes successful and rich, the other gets betrayed and ends up in prison, burning for revenge. The truth changes with the viewpoint in this Wakamatsu film, which has inspired comparisons to Rashomon.
Last Updated: June 7, 2025