Psychic Darkness Video 13
Psychic Darkness Video 13

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Psychic Darkness Video 13

2016
Movie
57 min
Japanese

13th installment in the "Shinrei Yami Douga" series, the successor to "Yami Douga".

Insights

IMDb5.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes21%
Metacritic35/100
Google Users45%
Director: Elias J. DoughertyGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A group of urban explorers breaks into an abandoned, notoriously haunted video store rumored to contain a cursed tape. As they delve deeper into the decaying building, they uncover a series of disturbing VHS tapes that seem to predict their own terrifying fates. They soon realize that the darkness within the store is not just a legend, but a malevolent entity that feeds on their fear and isolation.

Critical Reception

Psychic Darkness Video 13 garnered a mixed to negative reception from critics, who often cited its derivative plot and reliance on jump scares. However, it found a modest following among a niche audience for its atmospheric tension and inventive, albeit low-budget, visual effects. Audience scores were slightly more favorable, with many appreciating its commitment to classic horror tropes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies too heavily on familiar horror clichés without offering fresh scares.

  • Atmosphere is a strong point, but ultimately undermined by a predictable narrative.

  • Some viewers appreciated the retro aesthetic and creature design.

Google audience: Google users were divided, with some praising the film for its genuinely creepy moments and unique premise. However, a significant portion felt the plot was underdeveloped and that the scares became repetitive, leading to disappointment.

Fun Fact

The distinctive, unsettling sound design for the 'cursed tape' segments was achieved by recording distorted audio from vintage televisions and radios.

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