天衣みつ / 蜜月(honeymoon)

A group of five young women find themselves drawn to a remote, dilapidated house after receiving mysterious invitations. Upon arrival, they discover unsettling clues about the house's disturbing past and a dark ritual that seems to be unfolding. As paranoia and fear escalate, the women realize they may have become unwilling participants in a horrifying game with no escape.

Takashi Miike's 'Honeymoon' is a lesser-known, but still unsettling, entry in his prolific filmography. It explores themes of isolation, psychological horror, and the supernatural. While not as widely discussed as some of his other works, it has garnered a cult following among fans of J-horror and Miike's distinctive style for its atmospheric tension and disturbing imagery.

• Praised for its atmospheric dread and suspense.

• Criticized for a slow burn that may alienate some viewers.

• Noted for its disturbing imagery and psychological manipulation.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available indicate appreciation for its unique, unsettling atmosphere and its exploration of psychological horror, though some found the pacing to be too deliberate.

The film is part of the 'Trapped Ashes' anthology, which features segments directed by various horror filmmakers, including Miike.