Kaoss Sumikura's Kaidan Catharsis Vol. 10

This installment of the 'Kaidan Catharsis' series delves into the dark underbelly of Japanese folklore, presenting three chilling tales of vengeful spirits and ancient curses. A young woman's investigation into a haunted antique doll unearths a terrifying connection to a past tragedy, while a group of friends seeking urban legends in a desolate village find themselves ensnared by a malevolent entity. The final segment follows a cursed object that brings misfortune to anyone who possesses it, leading to a desperate race against time to break the cycle of terror.

Kaidan Catharsis Vol. 10 received a mixed to positive reception, with critics praising its atmospheric tension and inventive scares, while some found the pacing uneven across its anthology format. Audiences generally appreciated its commitment to traditional J-horror elements.

• Praised for its genuinely unsettling atmosphere and effective jump scares.

• Some critics noted that the anthology structure led to variable quality between segments.

• Appreciated for its revival of classic J-horror tropes with a modern sensibility.

Google audience: Viewers frequently complimented the film's dedication to delivering traditional Japanese horror scares and its effective use of suspense. A common point of praise was the visually striking supernatural elements. Some audiences found certain story arcs to be less impactful than others, but the overall experience was deemed frightening and engaging.

Nominated for Best Director at the Fantasia International Film Festival (2019).

The antique doll featured in the first segment, 'The Whispering Doll,' was a real, vintage porcelain doll sourced from a collector in Kyoto, believed by some to have an unsettling history.