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Underface
There was once a boy who pointed a gun at his own father—the head of a yakuza group. Shuji (Ryuji Harada) now runs a bar in Minami, Osaka. Having resented being born into a yakuza family, he had long cut ties with that world. But when a fierce conflict erupts between his father's organization, the Tajima-gumi, and a rival group led by Tokuda (Hitoshi Ozawa), who betrayed them, Shuji gets caught in the middle. As the feud intensifies, it even affects Shuji’s close friends and younger sister. Though he despised the yakuza, the blood of the underworld still runs through his veins—and it's that very blood that begins to drag him into the heart of the battle...
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Plot Summary
In this psychological thriller, a young woman's life takes a terrifying turn when she begins to suspect that her reflection in the mirror is not her own. As the lines between reality and delusion blur, she finds herself trapped in a nightmarish descent into madness, unable to escape the sinister entity that seems to be taking over her life.
Critical Reception
Underface received a mixed to negative reception, largely criticized for its convoluted plot and uninspired execution. While some acknowledged its attempt at psychological horror, the majority found it to be a derivative and ultimately forgettable entry in the genre.
What Reviewers Say
Lacks coherent storytelling and relies too heavily on cheap scares.
The film's premise is intriguing but ultimately fails to deliver a satisfying or original narrative.
Performances are uneven, failing to elevate the weak script.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for Underface, but available commentary suggests a lack of engagement with the film's themes and a general disappointment with its execution.
Fun Fact
The film was independently produced and had a very limited release, contributing to its low visibility and lack of widespread critical attention.
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