(1968) Black Lizard/ Kurotokage
(In Japanese with English subtitles)
ART HOUSE THRILLER
Based on a novel written by Rampo Edogawa, centering on an attractive female professional jewel thief played by Akihiro Miwa or Akihiro Maruyama as the "Black Lizard"-hence the title, and Japans finest detective, Akechi played by Isao Kimura attempting to outwit one another, as they are competing for the "Star of Egypt". There's plenty of Jazz scores and additional to some dance numbers- this is a throwback to the old pop culture stylistically made with colors in the Andy Warhol mode. It is never boring and is uniquely made.
Based on a novel written by Rampo Edogawa, centering on an attractive female professional jewel thief played by Akihiro Miwa or Akihiro Maruyama as the "Black Lizard"-hence the title, and Japans finest detective, Akechi played by Isao Kimura attempting to outwit one another, as they are competing for the "Star of Egypt". There's plenty of Jazz scores and additional to some dance numbers- this is a throwback to the old pop culture stylistically made with colors in the Andy Warhol mode. It is never boring and is uniquely made.