Kwaidan

1965 · 3h 3m · PG-13Repertory

Kwaidan (1965), a repertory screening, is coming to Hollywood Theatre, an independent theater in Portland. First showtime: Fri, Sep 25, 6:30 PM.

Taking its title from an archaic Japanese word meaning "ghost story," this anthology adapts four folk tales. A penniless samurai marries for money with tragic results. A man stranded in a blizzard is saved by Yuki the Snow Maiden, but his rescue comes at a cost. Blind musician Hoichi is forced to perform for an audience of ghosts. An author relates the story of a samurai who sees another warrior's reflection in his teacup.