
FormatMOVIE
Episodes1
Duration19 min
StatusFinished
SeasonUnknown
AiredJan 1, 1976 – Jan 1, 1976
SourceORIGINAL
Score5.5
Mean5.7
Popularity#1,075
Favourites14
ProducerKadokawa Pictures Japan
Doujouji
道成寺
Based on an ancient legend, Dojoji Temple tells the story of a young priest who finds himself the object of intense infatuation and lust from a young woman. As he rebuffs her advances she becomes more and more desperate eventually turning herself into a gigantic serpent. The priest is hidden under the bell of the temple but the woman's passion is so intense that escape is impossible.
A short animation from filmaker Kihachiro Kawamoto. This film utilizes both stop motion and standard animation techniques.
A short animation from filmaker Kihachiro Kawamoto. This film utilizes both stop motion and standard animation techniques.