The J-Horror Virus
A single videotape transformed global horror history, leading to the rise of Japanese supernatural chillers featuring vengeful ghosts and urban decay.
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A single videotape transformed global horror history, leading to the rise of Japanese supernatural chillers featuring vengeful ghosts and urban decay.
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In 1988, Psychic Vision: Jaganrei marked the beginning of a shift in horror cinema. The J-Horror Virus traces the rise of Japanese supernatural films featuring vengeful ghosts. Key titles include Ring (1998), Pulse (2001), and The Grudge (2002). Critics and filmmakers discuss how these films reflect themes of urban alienation and social decay. The documentary analyzes how a single videotape influenced global horror trends. It runs for 95 minutes and was released in 2023.
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