Maizôkin monogatari: Zangyaku no ana

A group of young women are trapped in a mysterious and terrifying house after an accident. As they try to escape, they uncover dark secrets and face supernatural dangers. The house seems to hold a malevolent entity that preys on their fears and desires.

This film is a cult classic within the Japanese horror genre, known for its atmospheric dread and disturbing imagery. While not widely distributed internationally, it has gained a dedicated following for its unique brand of psychological horror and its place in early Japanese horror cinema.

• Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and suspense.

• Criticized for its slow pacing in certain sections.

• Appreciated for its psychological elements and disturbing visuals.

Google audience: Audiences often point to the film's unique, unsettling mood and its ability to generate fear through suggestion rather than overt gore. Some viewers find the narrative cryptic, while others praise its experimental approach to horror.

The film is sometimes referred to by its English title, 'The Cruel Hole of the Lost Woman', though it is rarely screened with English subtitles.