Eko Eko Azarak: B-Page
Eko Eko Azarak: B-Page

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Eko Eko Azarak: B-Page

2006
Movie
83 min
Japanese

Misa Kuroi continues her search for the demon Ezekiel and investigates a strange situation involving a wheelchair-bound doll maker named Ryo.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Naoyuki TomomatsuGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of high school students engage in a dangerous ritual known as 'Eko Eko Azarak,' which involves summoning a dark entity. As they delve deeper into the occult, they are targeted by a vengeful spirit and supernatural occurrences that threaten their lives and sanity. The lines between reality and hallucination blur as they struggle to survive the consequences of their forbidden actions.

Critical Reception

Eko Eko Azarak: B-Page received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences, often cited for its confusing plot, uneven pacing, and reliance on shock value over substance. While some appreciated its attempt at a unique supernatural horror narrative within the J-horror genre, many found it to be derivative and lacking the impact of its predecessors.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its disturbing imagery and atmosphere.

  • Criticized for a convoluted narrative and underdeveloped characters.

  • Seen as a decent, albeit flawed, entry in the J-horror canon.

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Fun Fact

The film is part of the 'Eko Eko Azarak' franchise, which originated from a manga series and has spawned multiple films and OVAs, with this installment being a direct-to-video release.

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