Cursed Local Urban Legends: Kanagawa Edition
Cursed Local Urban Legends: Kanagawa Edition

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Cursed Local Urban Legends: Kanagawa Edition

2011
Movie
45 min
Japanese

Third installment in a series about famous local urban legends. This installment includes 'Barnacle Man', 'Satoru-kun' and more.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Kenji KohashiGenres: Horror, Mystery, Supernatural

Plot Summary

This anthology film delves into the dark underbelly of Japanese folklore and urban legends originating from the Kanagawa prefecture. Each segment presents a chilling tale of supernatural encounters, vengeful spirits, and unsettling local myths that blur the lines between reality and nightmare. The stories explore various chilling phenomena, from cursed objects to haunted locations, leaving viewers with a sense of unease and dread.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its atmospheric tension and effective jump scares, while some found the storytelling to be inconsistent across the different segments. Audiences generally appreciated its dedication to exploring lesser-known Japanese urban legends, finding it a spooky and engaging watch.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric dread and creepy folklore.

  • Some segments were more effective than others, leading to an uneven experience.

  • A must-watch for fans of Japanese horror and urban legends.

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Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The film features Junji Inagawa, a well-known figure in Japanese ghost stories and urban legends, who acts as a narrator and contributes to the authenticity of the tales presented.

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