Scissor Penis (2018)
A cursed man spirals into monstrous transformation in this outrageous Japanese horror-comedy from director Naoyuki Tomomatsu.
Scissor Penis - Movie Information
- Original Title: シザーチンP
- Release Year: 2018
- Directed by: Naoyuki Tomomatsu
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Horror, Comedy
- Age Rating (US): NR
- Runtime: 1h 27m
- Original Language: Japanese
- Spoken Languages: Japanese
- Release Date (Theatrical): April 7, 2018 (Japan)
- Alternative Titles: Aesop's Real Erotic and Grotesque Fables: Scissor Dick (US), Hontô wa eroguroi Isoppu Gûwa: Shizâchin P(DVD Title) (JP)
- Production Companies: Albatross
- Production Countries: Japan
Scissor Penis - Plot
Kametaro Deba faces difficulty immense difficulty with women, and even after he finally marries, he enjoys a sexless life where his wife is cheats on him. He kills her and dumps the body parts in the mountains, where his wife's ghost curses him and causes him to turn into a monster called "Scissor Penis".
Scissor Penis - Trailer
Watch the official trailer and see the grotesque transformation unfold:
本当はエログロいイソップ寓話
Scissor Penis - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Naoyuki Tomomatsu
Main Cast
- Sasa Handa
- Maki Aoyama
- Ryô Asagiri
- Hiroshi Gunji
- Kirie Kawasaki
- Ayumi Kuroki
- Takeshi Nakazawa
- Rin Ogawa
- Shijimi
- Marie Aoi The Third
Writers
- Naoyuki Tomomatsu
Scissor Penis - FAQs
What is Scissor Penis about?
Scissor Penis follows Kametaro Deba, a man who struggles with relationships and endures a sexless, loveless marriage. After discovering his wife's infidelity and killing her, he is cursed by her vengeful ghost and transforms into a grotesque creature known as "Scissor Penis." The film blends dark comedy with body-horror excess.
Who directed Scissor Penis?
Scissor Penis was directed by Naoyuki Tomomatsu, a Japanese filmmaker known for his work in low-budget splatter and erotic horror films. Tomomatsu also wrote the screenplay, making this a deeply personal genre exercise in grotesque comedy and transgressive horror.
When was Scissor Penis released?
Scissor Penis was originally released in Japan on April 7, 2018. It later received a US release date of February 20, 2024, under the alternative title Aesop's Real Erotic and Grotesque Fables: Scissor Dick.
What genre is Scissor Penis?
Scissor Penis is a Japanese horror-comedy. It combines elements of splatter horror and dark, absurdist humor, drawing on the tradition of Japanese ero-guro (erotic grotesque) cinema to deliver a transgressive, outrageous, and deliberately provocative viewing experience.
What does the title Scissor Penis mean?
The title refers to the monstrous transformation at the heart of the film. After Kametaro murders his wife, her ghost curses him, causing his body to mutate into a creature defined by its grotesque anatomy. The name is both literal and symbolic of the film's ero-guro aesthetic and dark comedic tone.
Is Scissor Penis based on a true story?
No, Scissor Penis is not based on a true story. The film is an original work of transgressive Japanese horror-comedy fiction. Its subtitle references Aesop's Fables in a satirical, irreverent way, framing its outrageous narrative as a darkly comic modern fable rather than any real-world event.
Who are the main actors in Scissor Penis?
The cast of Scissor Penis includes Sasa Handa, Maki Aoyama, Ryô Asagiri, Hiroshi Gunji, Kirie Kawasaki, Ayumi Kuroki, Takeshi Nakazawa, Rin Ogawa, Shijimi, and Marie Aoi The Third. Sasa Handa appears in the role of Usako Inaba.
How long is Scissor Penis?
Scissor Penis has a runtime of 87 minutes, or approximately 1 hour and 27 minutes. This compact running time keeps the film's absurdist horror-comedy energy tightly focused, delivering its transgressive premise without overstaying its welcome.
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