Death by Hanging
dir. Nagisa Ōshima · 1968
Life can be absurd and unpredictable, forcing us to confront the meaning of existence in the face of death.
"Death by Hanging" is a provocative exploration of life, death, and the absurdity of justice, where dark humor collides with existential dread. This film challenges viewers to confront the uncomfortable realities of cultural identity and moral ambiguity through a uniquely absurd lens.
A Korean man is sentenced to death by hanging, but he survives the execution. For the following two hours, his executioners try to work out how to handle the situation in this black farce.
