Belladonna of Sadness, a Japanese animated film directed by Eiichi Yamamoto, is released. The film is noted for its unique visual style and psychedelic themes.
Over the years, Belladonna of Sadness gains a cult following and critical reevaluation for its artistic and experimental approach to animation and storytelling.
The film is digitally restored and re-released in theaters internationally, bringing renewed attention to this 1973 cult classic.