Door
Door

Door

1988Movie94 minJapanese

Yasuko, a housewife, lives in an urban high-rise apartment with her husband Satoru and her son Takuto. Annoyed by spam calls and door-to-door salesmen, Yasuko slams the door on a salesman’s hand when he tries to squeeze a flyer through the apartment's chained front door. He leaves, but the next day, her nightmare starts.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Gyeong-tae KimGenres: Drama, Horror

Plot Summary

A young couple moves into a new apartment, only to discover that the previous tenant has committed suicide behind the apartment door. Strange occurrences begin to plague them, suggesting the presence of a malevolent spirit tied to the apartment and the tragic events that transpired. As their sanity frays, they must confront the supernatural entity before it consumes them entirely.

Critical Reception

While "Door" is a lesser-known Korean horror film, it has garnered a cult following for its atmospheric tension and unsettling premise. Critical reception was mixed upon release, with some praising its effectiveness as a psychological thriller and others finding its pacing uneven. Audience reception, particularly within genre circles, has been more favorable, appreciating its unique take on haunted apartment tropes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its eerie atmosphere and effective suspense.
  • Some viewers found the plot somewhat predictable.
  • Appreciated for its unique take on supernatural horror.

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Fun Fact

Despite its horror elements, "Door" is also noted for its exploration of domestic unease and psychological distress, setting it apart from more conventional ghost stories.

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