Candy House
Sakurai Taro’s parents died young. His grandmother, Akiko, has been making great effort to protect her struggling candy store, Sakuraya, in the old part of Tokyo, but it's not easy. Taro eats candy with regular customers such as chilhood friend Saegusa Hiroki who aspires to be a scriptwriter, and talk nonsense, like in their youth. However, they realize this unfettered, comfortable existence will end some day with the passage of time. Then Taro’s ex-classmate, Kimura Reiko, comes back home with her son after a divorce. He and his friends start to notice what is truly important to them as they face up to their pasts, dreams and pains.
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Plot Summary
A woman wakes up in a mysterious house with no memory of how she got there. As she tries to piece together her past, she discovers that the house and its inhabitants hold dark secrets. She must confront terrifying truths and fight for her survival against forces she doesn't understand.
Critical Reception
Candy House received a mixed to negative reception from critics, often being cited for its low-budget production values and convoluted plot. While some appreciated the attempts at psychological horror and suspense, many found the execution lacking in polish and originality. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some fans of independent horror films finding elements to enjoy, while others were disappointed by the narrative and pacing.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its atmospheric dread and unsettling premise.
- Criticized for a confusing storyline and underdeveloped characters.
- Noted for its independent spirit but hampered by production limitations.
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Fun Fact
The film was an independent production that utilized crowdfunding to help finance its development and production.
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