Description
Title: Prophecies of Nostradamus (1974)
Genre: Drama, Horror, Sci-Fi
Plot Synopsis:
Professor Nishiyama, after interpreting the prophecies of Nostradamus, warns that the world is on the brink of destruction. As environmental disasters unfold—radioactive smog clouds, mutated animals, and the depletion of the ozone layer—society collapses under the weight of its mistakes. While leaders dismiss the warnings, the apocalyptic vision becomes reality, leading to a desperate fight for survival.
Cast and Crew:
- Director: Toshio Masuda
- Writers: Toshio Yasumi, Yoshimitsu Banno
- Cast:
- Tetsurô Tanba as Dr. Ryogen Nishiyama
- Toshio Kurosawa as Akira Nakagawa
- Kaoru Yumi as Mariko Nishiyama
- Yôko Tsukasa as Nobuo Nishiyama
- Sô Yamamura as Prime Minister
YouTube Trailer:
Prophecies of Nostradamus | Trailer
IMDb Link:
Prophecies of Nostradamus (1974)
Reviews from Letterboxd:
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Goldn – ★★★★
“A rare tokusatsu disaster film from the ’70s, Prophecies of Nostradamus faced controversy upon release, leading to its disappearance from modern formats. Even with degraded footage, the film’s apocalyptic vision and grim storytelling remain striking.” -
SonOfKaras – ★★★★
“RIP Isao Tomita, one of Japan’s greatest composers. His haunting score lingers long after the film ends, making the already unsettling imagery even more powerful. An eerie and unique entry in Japan’s sci-fi disaster genre.” -
hotsake – ★★★
“Like many ‘70s disaster films, the clunky international cast and sluggish pacing hurt it a bit. But the sheer insanity of its vision—mutants, nuclear fallout, global doom—makes for an unforgettable watch.”
Meta Description:
A dark and prophetic sci-fi disaster film, Prophecies of Nostradamus (1974) explores mankind’s downfall through environmental collapse and nuclear catastrophe. Directed by Toshio Masuda, the film delivers apocalyptic horror with eerie realism, cementing its place as one of Japan’s most controversial lost films.
