Demon Pond (Yashagaike). Masahiro Shinoda, 1979.
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Edition screened: Criterion Blu-ray #1237, released 2024. Japanese language with English subtitles. Runtime approximately 124 minutes.
Summary: Early in the film a large carp gasps and struggles in shallow mud. The fish is picked up and handled for a minute, then escapes back into the pond with no apparent injury or harm.
An excellent and recommended film.