Kaidan Shin Mimibukuro: Kihara Kōshō no Bijo Kaidan

A group of junior high school students stir up trouble when they decide to investigate the supposed haunting of a local abandoned hospital. Their curiosity soon turns to terror as they uncover a dark secret and become targets of a vengeful spirit. As the supernatural occurrences escalate, they must race against time to escape the hospital's deadly grasp.

This film received mixed to negative reviews, largely criticized for its predictable plot and reliance on jump scares over genuine atmosphere. While some appreciated its attempts at creating a creepy environment and the performances of its young cast, many found it to be an uninspired entry in the J-horror genre. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some finding it moderately effective as a simple horror flick and others dismissing it as forgettable.

• Relies heavily on familiar J-horror tropes and jump scares.

• The plot is considered predictable and lacks originality.

• Performances are a mixed bag, with some young actors showing promise.

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The film is part of the 'Kaidan Shin Mimibukuro' (New Ghost Stories) franchise, which is based on a popular series of Japanese urban legend books.