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Billiken

1996 · 100 min Fantasy Drama

The main hero of this film is the spirit of the once very popular wooden statuette called Billiken. It's a small god with a pointed head, a fat belly and a characteristic smile. When the casket in which the statuette was found is broken, the spirit of Billiken is free. After that he tries to fulfill the wishes of all those who had prayed to him, but it doesn't always works.

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📋 Film Details

Original Title ビリケン
Year 1996
Country Japan
Genre Fantasy, Drama
Director Junji Sakamoto
Runtime 100 min.

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Billiken is an acquired taste at 0.0/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.

Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.

A classic from 1996. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.

— MovieFinder Editorial

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