*forget about the censorship comment, that is how the movie was made and it doesn't take away from the movie at all. I loved this movie!

Excellent movie, I have given the movie 5 stars but I was very disappointed to see the censorship with blurred nudity. I live in the UK and bought the UK version, I wonder if the US version is uncensored!? If so I need to send this back and buy the US version.

Great picture and sound quality. Subtitles seem accurate as well, highly recommended!

This movie was great! I really enjoyed it. The underwater cinema photography was beautiful.

Delivered in pristine condition! Very happy with my purchase and am looking forward to making another soon.

“The Mad Fox” (1962) – A Masterpiece of Japanese Cinema
Tomu Uchida’s “The Mad Fox” (Koiya koi nasuna koi) is an extraordinary Japanese film from 1962 that blends elements of Jidaigeki drama, folklore, and theater into a unique cinematic experience. The film is based on a Bunraku puppet play by Takeda Izumo from 1734 and presents a visually stunning journey through love, madness, and mythology.
Plot
The story is set during the Heian period and follows Yasuna, a young soothsayer whose life falls apart after the murder of his beloved Sakaki. In his madness, he encounters Sakaki’s twin sister Kuzunoha, whom he mistakes for his deceased lover. However, Kuzunoha belongs to a family of Kitsune (fox spirits) who can transform into humans. The narrative intertwines political intrigue, romantic confusion, and supernatural elements as Yasuna drifts between reality and illusion.
Aesthetics and Style
Uchida combines traditional theatrical forms such as Kabuki and Bunraku with cinematic techniques, creating a dreamlike and expressionistic atmosphere. The color palette, particularly the dominant yellow tones, along with the stylized sets, creates a surreal world that reflects Yasuna’s descent into madness. Animations and masks enhance the mystical effect.
Context
“The Mad Fox” is a prime example of the fusion of Japanese storytelling traditions with modern filmmaking. While directors like Ozu or Mizoguchi are known for their realistic works, Uchida takes a bold step into the fantastical here. The film explores universal questions of identity, love, and loss while remaining deeply rooted in Japanese culture.

Great film. Nice packaging. It was shipped securely and arrived in good shape. Will continue to buy from Terracotta.

Definitely worth hunting down.

I love directors company!

I love this! Great movie

awesome movie!

I've been waiting for a Blu-Ray release of Stray Dog for years and the release from BFI and Terracotta is incredible! So many great additional features and the transfer itself is beautiful

I originally saw this film some years ago via a fan subbed SD copy floating around the internet and feel in love with it from the first viewing. I never expected in a million to see it get a legitimate release in the U.K., let alone in such a wonderful edition. Huge kudos to Third Window and Terracotta for making this available to the English speaking world… more please.

I can’t thank Third Window enough for finally giving us legitimate, HD, subtitled releases of these, previously obscure, films from Toshiharu Ikeda. Scent of a Spell is a film I never expected to get a release in the U.K. and on the same day as Mermaid Legend, we really live in wonderful world.

Great movie, transfer is great, audio is really good and arrived fast and undamaged