Review of Kaidan (2007) by Angela C — 03 Apr 2011

3 - Director Hideo Nakata (of Ringu fame) pays homage to classic Japanese horror in the vein of Yokaido no Kaida, Kwaidan, etc. This film is a clear departure from the style established in Ringu, although a few of the scenes do bring it to mind (i.

E. flies coming out a baby's mouth). A young man living in the Edo period is cursed due to neglecting an older woman whom he partners with. The curse follows him, killing all the women in his life.

Interesting premise in a great period setting, but very steadily paced, so much so the film begins to lose steam towards it's second half, before making partial ammends at the end. Kikunosuke Onoe's performance seems flat.

A more expressive leading actor could have helped this a bit more. Still, well worth a look.