Japanese horror movies have long been a fan favorite because of their innovative way of combining traditional ideals and myths with innovative technology and storytelling to both thrill and horrify audiences. By looking at the cinematic elements in some of Japan’s most popular horror movies, we can better identify key themes and understand what elements serve to make these films so scary and so popular.
“The Ghost Story of Yotsuya”
“Ghost Story of Yotsuya” the 1959 film directed by TokaidoYotsuya, is representative of the traditional Kaidan genre. The plot revolves around the ronin Tamiya Iemon who lives a double life as a samurai while secretly killing ...
