Doll

A young woman discovers a cursed antique doll that brings misfortune to its owners. As the doll's sinister influence grows, she must uncover its dark history and find a way to break the curse before it consumes her and everyone around her. The escalating horrors test her sanity and her will to survive against an ancient evil.

Doll received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its atmospheric tension and unsettling imagery, though some found the plot somewhat derivative of other J-horror films. It was particularly noted for its creepy doll premise and effective jump scares.

• Praised for its creepy atmosphere and unsettling doll horror.

• Some critics found the story to be predictable within the J-horror genre.

• Effective use of jump scares and visual horror.

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The film's director, Takeshi Shimizu, is also known for directing the 'Ju-on' series (The Grudge), which features similarly unsettling supernatural horror.