Duel
Duel

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Duel

2004
Movie
133 min
Persian

The story of Zeinal, a man who after 20 years of being a POW, tries to clear up his past.

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IMDb5.9/10
Director: Hideo NakataGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of five women, all named Miyuki, receive anonymous text messages that hint at a dark secret connecting them. As the messages escalate, they realize someone is systematically targeting them. Their investigation into the mysterious sender uncovers a past tragedy and a chilling motive for revenge, leading them into a dangerous confrontation with their tormentor.

Critical Reception

Duel received mixed to positive reviews, praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and intriguing premise, though some critics found its plot convoluted. It resonated with fans of J-horror for its psychological thrills and unsettling scares.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful and atmospheric build-up.

  • The mystery surrounding the sender and the connection between the women is engaging.

  • Some found the plot's resolution to be somewhat predictable or unsatisfying.

Google audience: Audience reception data for Google reviews is not readily available for this film.

Fun Fact

The film is based on a short story by Kôji Suzuki, the author of 'Ring'.

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