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Doll
Fereshteh is introduced to a company by her cousin Magie, where the wealthy CEO, Khosro Khosravi, proposes to her. Despite her previous marriage ending in her husband’s early death, Fereshteh marries Khosro due to his wealth and her family’s financial struggles. Magie discovers Khosro’s criminal activities, revealing he runs two companies to commit fraud. He deceives newcomers in the first company, including Fereshteh, by selling their SIM cards to applicants of the second company for profit. Another woman, Shirin, is also deceived. Magie, Fereshteh, and Shirin secure the applicants’ money, and Magie’s father, a former military member, informs the police, leading to Khosro and his accomplice Ezzat’s arrest.
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Plot Summary
In this Japanese horror film, a cosmetics company launches a new line of dolls designed to look incredibly lifelike. However, when a tragic accident occurs during the doll's development, the dolls become possessed by vengeful spirits. They begin to stalk and terrorize the employees of the company, leading to a gruesome fight for survival.
Critical Reception
Doll (2009) received mixed to negative reviews, primarily criticized for its predictable plot and reliance on gore over genuine suspense. While some noted its attempt at atmospheric horror and visual style, the overall consensus pointed to a film that failed to deliver a compelling narrative or memorable scares, ultimately becoming another entry in the crowded J-horror genre without significant distinction.
What Reviewers Say
Relies too heavily on jump scares and gore.
Lacks a strong, original plot to sustain interest.
Visually competent but narratively weak.
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Fun Fact
The film's director, Tsutomu Hanabusa, is also known for his work on other horror films and TV dramas, often exploring themes of the supernatural and psychological terror.
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