小町
Wakabayashi is a poor office worker at a housing company. His grades have not improved recently and he has no girlfriend to spend his holidays with. One day, while slurping down ramen at his favourite restaurant, his eyes meet those of Komachi, a part-time worker who has just returned from delivery. 'Ugh, beautiful!' She was born in a foreign country, or perhaps her language is poor. She may have been born abroad and her language is poor, but she is good-natured and, above all, beautiful. Wakabayashi, who is single, falls in love at first sight, but the owner says coldly, "Don't get carried away. She's no ordinary girl", she says coldly. When Wakabayashi, who is depressed, goes to town, he sees Komachi, beautifully dressed in a yukata. What secret is she hiding behind her seemingly effortless appearance? A contemporary fantasy featuring Nao Nagasawa, a popular actress who made her debut in the Sentai series.
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Plot Summary
A group of friends receives a mysterious video tape that, upon viewing, appears to predict their imminent deaths. As the predicted events begin to unfold, they scramble to uncover the origins of the tape and find a way to break the terrifying curse before it's too late. Their investigation leads them down a dark path involving ancient folklore and a vengeful spirit.
Critical Reception
The film received mixed to negative reviews from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and reliance on J-horror tropes. While some appreciated its atmospheric tension and directorial style, many found it to be less effective than other films in the genre. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some enjoying the scares and others finding it derivative.
What Reviewers Say
- The film attempts to blend traditional ghost stories with modern horror, but often falls short.
- While visually competent, the narrative struggles to build genuine suspense.
- Relies heavily on jump scares and familiar J-horror elements.
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Awards & Accolades
None notable.
Fun Fact
Hideo Nakata, the director, is best known for his earlier acclaimed horror film 'Ringu' (1998), which also popularized the 'cursed video tape' trope.
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