Kaoss Sumikura's Kaidan Catharsis Vol. 3
Kaoss Sumikura's Kaidan Catharsis Vol. 3

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Kaoss Sumikura's Kaidan Catharsis Vol. 3

2018
Movie
39 min
Japanese

The third in a chain of horror ghost stories! Ghost stories are the art of telling ghost stories and spinning tales of terror. A ghost story told by one person stimulates the brain and brings back the memories of another person. Welcome to a ghost story meeting that can be called a chain reaction of such weirdness!

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IMDb6.5/10
Google Users82%
Director: Kaoss SumikuraGenres: Horror, Anthology

Plot Summary

This installment of the Kaidan Catharsis series delves into three distinct tales of the supernatural and psychological horror. Each segment explores different facets of fear, from vengeful spirits bound to ancient curses to the unsettling manifestations of personal guilt and trauma. The narratives weave together unsettling atmospheres with shocking revelations, aiming to leave viewers deeply disturbed.

Critical Reception

Kaidan Catharsis Vol. 3 received mixed to positive reviews, praised for its inventive storytelling and atmospheric tension, though some critics found the pacing inconsistent across its segments. Audiences generally appreciated the film's commitment to traditional Japanese horror elements combined with modern sensibilities.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric tension and unsettling imagery.

  • Lauded for its blend of classic J-horror tropes and contemporary themes.

  • Some found the episodic nature led to uneven pacing between stories.

Google audience: Audiences generally responded positively, appreciating the film's frightening moments and the director's unique vision. Many viewers enjoyed the variety of scares and the unsettling, lingering atmosphere the film creates, though a few mentioned that some segments were more effective than others.

Fun Fact

Director Kaoss Sumikura aimed to create a 'cathartic' horror experience, believing that confronting deep-seated fears through cinema can be psychologically cleansing for the audience.

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