“Amane does not only blend horror and eroticism fluidly together, but does so to deliver a satisfying critique of how social media eventually becomes a tool for male subjects to chase their phallic fantasy.”
Category: horror
Suicide Forest Village (2021) review
“A mystery-horror experience that is, in all aspects, better than ‘Howling Village’.”
Onibaba (1964) review
A veritable horror classic.
Irezumi (1966) review
“Masamura delivers a phenomenal narrative, a true post-war classic.”
Hiroku The Goblin (1991) review [Japan Cuts 2021]
‘A classic that offers an unforgettable experience that is as touchingly lighthearted as is it disturbingly horrifying.’
The Great Yokai War – Guardians (2021) review [Japan Cuts 2021]
“A pleasant and truly satisfying ride for the whole family.”
Short Movie Time: Transmission (2019)
A short experiment that succeeds in engaging the spectator and keep him on the edge of his seat until the very end.
Gamera 2: Attack of Legion (1996)
A great sequel that delivers everything what Kajju fans desire, but in a less thrilling manner than the first reboot film did.
Gemini (1999) review
A fabulous and unique romance horror narrative that uncovers the often-forgotten truth that all speaking beings are driven by a desire to be loved/desire to love.
One Missed Call (2003) Review
Miike’s horror-narrative provides all the thrills, and tropes for that matter, fans of J-horror have come to expect from the genre.
Under Your Bed (2019) review [Nippon connection Online]
“A brilliant narrative exploring, in a very confronting but enlightening way, the importance of inter-subjectivity to attain happiness.”
It comes (2018) review
“A wonderful exploration of dysfunctional familial bonds and the destructive impact narcissism has on human relations.”
Mimicry Freaks (2019) review
“An amazing horror film and a gripping exploration of the cycle of abuse and the horrors child-abuse quite often lead to.”
Short Movie Time: Sense of Sin (2018)
“Hatayama succeeded in crafting a creative and moving exploration of the inability of a subject to escape his unresolved trauma as well as his guilt.”
Tokyo Ghoul S (2019) Review
“The narrative’s beginning and finale do not fail to deliver the right ingredients to turn this narrative into a satisfying visual experience.”
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