After School

This anthology horror film presents three distinct tales of terror, each exploring different facets of the supernatural and the macabre. The stories often feature unsettling imagery and themes, common in Maeda's work, delving into the darker aspects of human experience and the unknown.

As a short, direct-to-video anime from the late 80s, 'After School' received limited mainstream critical attention. Its reception is primarily within niche horror and anime enthusiast circles, often noted for its distinctive visual style and its place in the lineage of Japanese horror anthologies.

• Praised for its atmospheric dread and unsettling creature designs.
• Criticized for its inconsistent animation quality and plot coherence across segments.
• Appreciated by fans of experimental or underground anime horror.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce due to its niche status, but those available often mention the film's cult appeal and its effectiveness as a collection of eerie shorts.

Toshio Maeda, the director, is also known as the 'God of Erotica-Horror' for his manga work, particularly 'Urotsukidōji'.