The Claws of the Divine Beast

This film follows a detective who investigates the murder of an elderly man in Yokohama. After a quarrel over a Tang dynasty artifact, the victim is discovered with mysterious claw marks on his face. As the detective delves deeper into the case, he uncovers dark secrets related to war crimes from Japan’s invasion of China during World War II.

With a cast that includes Naoko Ohtani, Hiroshi Sekiguchi, and Isamu Nagato, this film offers a blend of mystery and historical context. Collectors of TV movies or those interested in Japanese cinema from the 1980s may find this film particularly engaging due to its unique storyline and cultural references.