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Kaidan: Jorei torokegoshi

2014
Movie
60 min
Japanese

Igawa is a middle-aged man who indulges in sexual acts with Chiho, a hotel call girl. He still can't forget a mysterious woman he met while climbing mountain when he was a university student...

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IMDb5.9/10
Director: Makoto ShinzakiGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A series of disturbing events plague a young woman after she receives a mysterious amulet. As the supernatural occurrences escalate, she finds herself drawn into a dark world where the boundaries between reality and nightmare blur. She must uncover the truth behind the curse before it consumes her completely.

Critical Reception

Kaidan: Jorei torokegoshi received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who praised its atmospheric tension and unsettling imagery. However, some found the plot to be convoluted and the pacing uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its effective jump scares and eerie atmosphere.

  • Criticized for a sometimes confusing narrative structure.

  • Appreciated for its visual style and commitment to horror tropes.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely available.

Fun Fact

The film draws inspiration from classic Japanese ghost stories (kaidan), aiming to recreate the unsettling dread of traditional folklore.

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