Noroi: The Curse (2005)

“During Noroi the movie we get to watch the entirety of “Noroi” the documentary and it’s wonder to behold. This is definitely not an action movie, but if you love a good mystery — backed with mythology and its own creative history — just bear with it.

The structure of the narrative isn’t super complicated, but it does seem like a random collection of footage in the beginning. News reports, Japanese variety shows, interviews, and research that eventually combine to present a cohesive story. Director Shiraishi carefully crafts his movie through the use of excellent pacing and some great editing.” – Scariest Things

“I found myself totally engrossed in a mysterious tale, really wanting to find out how all the things are connected. What is more, apart from the misadventures of Masafumi, the viewers are presented with clips from variety shows, newsflash, and family recordings. As a result, the documentary style does not downplay but actually enhances the aesthetic tone of this horror story.” – Grimoire of Horror