Blind Beast (1969)

In the shadowy depths of a surreal sensory realm, "Blind Beast" (1969) traces the twisted tale of Michio, a blind sculptor entranced by the allure of the human form. An enigmatic recluse, Michio shares his labyrinthine world of gargantuan sculptures, echoing with the whispers of the senses, with his enigmatic mother. His abode, a warehouse transformed into a chilling homage to the senses, brims with colossal renditions of the female form and human body parts, an uncanny tribute to his obsession. A beautiful and successful model, Aki, finds herself ensnared in this strange reality when she is abducted by the obsessed Michio. Initially, her sole aim is to flee from this grotesque tableau, but the inescapability of her situation fuels her survival instincts. Aki's desperate attempts to exploit Michio's blindness and manipulate him against his mother take a turn as she gradually succumbs to the peculiar allure of Michio's vision. In the midst of her prolonged captivity, an eerie bond begins to flourish between the prisoner and her captor. Aki finds herself not just adapting to Michio's peculiar world but beginning to mirror his obsession. The film navigates through a labyrinth of sensory exploration and psychological manipulation, building towards a chilling climax. "Blind Beast" blurs the lines between captor and captive, obsession and survival, in a haunting exploration of the human senses and the power they wield over our perceptions of reality.

Blind Beast is a drama movie featuring Mako Midori.

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