This is not a full review because quite frankly, the film in question defies all attempts to describe it. It’s called House, it’s Japanese and originally released in 1977 (ed note: It’s earned a spot in the Criterion Collection, if that means anything to you). I picked it up on a whim this weekend and to call it the trippiest thing I’ve ever seen is an understatement. The back of the box simultaneously describes it as a psychedelic ghost tale, a stream of consciousness bedtime story and an episode of Scooby Doo directed by Mario Bava. Having sat through it I can say that all those labels apply but only begin to scratch the surface of this movie’s weirdness. I’ve included the trailer below. Give it a watch and, if you’re feeling adventurous, track down a copy.

Even if you hate it I can guarantee you won’t see anything else like it for a LONG time, if ever.

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