Masaki Kobayashi - "As a sort of shorthand description, one could say it was a horror film. My main intention in the film was to explore the juxtaposition between man's material nature and his spiritual nature, the realm of dream and aspiration. I wanted to create a drama that dealt directly with the spiritual importance of our lives. I also enjoyed conveying the sheer beauty of traditional Japan. Anyway, I am not really satisfied with the designation of "horror film." It's spiritual concerns are the center of the drama."

Visually brilliant! Especially the light and color in "The Woman in the Snow." This one was not my favorite of the stories but it was visually the best. A feast for the eyes for the entire movie.

Visually astonishing!