Delve into the chilling world of Japanese cult cinema with "When Horror Came to Shochiku," Eclipse Series 37 from The Criterion Collection. This compelling DVD box set unearths four rarely seen horror gems from the legendary Shochiku studio, offering a unique glimpse into the genre's evolution during the late 1960s. Experience the bizarre and captivating narratives that challenged traditional filmmaking, moving beyond the studio's renowned dramas to explore the monstrous and the macabre.

This collection features four distinct films, each a fascinating example of Japanese monster movie and horror cinema: "The X from Outer Space" (1967), a tale of alien terror; "Goke, Body Snatcher From Hell" (1968), a psychedelic vampire film; "The Living Skeleton" (1968), a ghostly revenge story; and "Genocide" (1968), a shocking insect invasion epic. Each film is presented in Japanese with English subtitles, preserving their original artistic intent. The Eclipse Series, known for unearthing overlooked classics, presents these films in a minimalist yet authoritative package, making it an essential addition for fans of international horror, cult cinema, and The Criterion Collection.