Kantara (Movie)

[Machine Translation] Don t blink the final 10 minutes are shocking! Based on the Butha Kola" ritual a divine possession ceremony held in Thirunadu, India this film is a mystical and powerful portrayal of the extraordinary encounters between gods, humans, and the land, making for a truly wondrous divine possession" entertainment experience! Produced on a relatively low budget for an Indian film approximately 280 million yen it grossed 6.8 billion yen, 24 times its production cost, and enjoyed a blockbuster run of over 100 days. The mysterious power of the Enchanted Forest (Kantara) reacts with human greed, transforming the film from a romantic legend into a conspiracy thriller mixed with breathtaking action. The film was directed by Rishab Shetty, who grew up immersed in local rituals and festivals and, while juggling multiple jobs and dreaming of success, took the plunge into the film industry a truly unique career path. Serving as director, screenwriter, and lead actor, he captivates viewers with everything from his outstanding physical prowess in masterfully handling a bull to his overwhelming acting skills in the climax. Please don t hesitate to experience the sheer magnificence of this divine feat" for yourself. Approximately 170 years ago, a vast forest was bestowed upon the indigenous people through a revelation from the god Panjurli. The village of Kadubettu performed the Buta Kora" ritual a spirit possession ceremony passed down through generations and, even when a landowner appeared seeking to reclaim the land, the village maintained its peace through the divine protection of the god. However, when Ranger Murali, newly assigned to the Forest Department, attempts to designate the land occupied by the villagers as a protected forest, the village is thrust into a crisis that threatens its very existence. Shiva the village s biggest ne er-do-well, whose father was a performer in the Buta Kora" ritual, and who reigns as the undisputed champion of the fierce water buffalo races confronts the arrogant Forest Department to protect the village s peaceful way of life. Soon, an incident occurs . Video Extras (Tentative) include the original trailer and the Japanese trailer. Postcard included (Tentative). Audio: Tulu

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瞬き厳禁、ラスト10分の衝撃! インドのトゥル・ナードゥで行われる神降ろしの儀式ブータ・コーラを題材にした本作は、神と人間、そして土地の数奇な巡りあわせを、ミステリアスかつパワフルに描いた摩訶不思議な＜神降ろし＞エンターテイメント!! インド映画では比較的低予算の製作費約2.8億円で制作され、その24倍もの興収68億円を叩き出し、約100日以上のロングラン大ヒットを記録。神秘の森 (カーンターラ)の得体の知れない力が人間の私欲と化学反応を起こし、伝奇ロマンから陰謀サスペンス×超絶アクションへと進化。本作を手掛けたのは、地元の儀式・祭礼に親しんで育ち、職を掛け持ちしながら成功を夢見て、映画業界に飛び込んだという異色の経歴を持つリシャブ・シェッティ。監督・脚本・主演全てをこなし、雄々しく水牛を操る抜群の身体能力から、クライマックスの圧倒的演技力まで、観る者を釘付けにする。是非とも臆することなく、この"神業"の凄まじさを体験して欲しい。──約170年前、パンジュルリ神のお告げにより先住民に与えられた広大な森。カードゥベットゥ村は、長きにわたって伝承されてきた神降ろしの儀式ブータ・コーラを執り行い、土地を奪い返そうとする地主が現れてもなお、神の加護により平穏を築いていた。しかし、新しく森林局へ赴任したムラーリ保安官は、村人が占有する地を保護林に組み入れようとし、村が存亡の危機に晒される。ブータ・コーラの演者だった父を持つ村一番の放蕩者で猛々しい水牛レースの絶対王者として君臨するシヴァは、村の平穏な暮らしを守るべく傲慢な森林局と対立。やがて事件が起きる――。映像特典 (予定)にはオリジナルトレーラー、日本版予告編を収録。ポストカード封入 (予定)。音声: トゥル語