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 filmmaker Kihachiro Kawamoto. This film utilizes both stop motion and standard animation techniques.
(Source: MAL)
Description
Type
MovieSeason
1976Status
Finished
Source
OriginalEpisodes
1
Episode Length
19 min
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Alternative Names
Japanese
道成寺
Synonyms
Doujouji Temple
Dojoji