Takashi Shimizu’s next 3D film is “Rabbit Horror”

Horror director Takashi Shimizu (38) is already working on his next 3D picture, it has been learned. Last year, he created “The Shock Labyrinth 3D,” Asia’s first 3D film. He has reunited the staff from that movie for “Rabbit Horror 3D,” starring Hikari Mitsushima (24).

The film is being shot by cinematographer Christopher Doyle, using Panasonic’s dual-lens AG-3DA1 camera. The story’s concept appears to have taken some inspiration from “Alice in Wonderland,” as it revolves around a stuffed rabbit and an alternate world. In the film, Mitsushima’s younger brother has received the rabbit, and night after night he is beckoned to that mysterious world. The wary Mitsushima aims to unravel the secret behind the rabbit, though her father ultimately informs of her of a shocking truth.

Mitsushima’s supporting cast includes Teruyuki Kagawa (44), Nao Omori (38), and Tamaki Ogawa (38). Filming is already expected to wrap up on September 8, as Shimizu will be headed to the Venice Film Festival next day. Last week, it was announced that Shimizu is heading the jury of the festival’s 3D competition. However, he also plans to show a few minutes of footage from “Rabbit Horror 3D” at the event.

“Rabbit Horror 3D” will be released theatrically in 2011.

Source:
Oricon