Belladonna of Sadness art director crowdfunds restored art book
The OG film that started it all: Belladonna of Sadness debuted in 1973 and has been making waves ever since!
Get ready for a wild ride! Painter and art director Kuni Fukai is planning a crowdfunding project to create a restored art book for the film, and it’s going to be a game-changer!
This will be Fukai’s first art book, and we can’t wait to see what he has in store for us!
Discotek licensed the film and released it on a new 4K transfer on a 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc in 2024, complete with a new HDR grade and a 1080p SDR version. And trust us, it’s a must-watch!
“Jeanne had hoped that her wedding day would be a dream—a shining light through the oppressive fog of Dark Age France. Yet, that fantasy was horrifically ripped apart on her wedding night. While trying to survive in her waking nightmare, Jeanne encounters an impish apparition who offers to grant her power beyond her wildest wishes. But as the Belladonna‘s influence grows, so does the tragedy lying in wait to trample her.”
Cinelicious Pics previously distributed the film in English, and it’s now available for streaming on Tubi TV, Vudu, and Prime Video.
The film has had a limited release in the United States, but it’s finally getting the recognition it deserves! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to experience the film in all its glory!
Osamu Tezuka produced the film, and his long-time creative partner Eiichi Yamamoto wrote and directed the film at Mushi Productions. Masahiko Satoh composed the film’s soundtrack, and it’s a masterpiece!
Source: Fukai Kuni’s X/Twitter account