Ichi: The Killer (2001) – A Brutal and Unforgettable Gore Masterpiece

“Ichi: The Killer” is one of those films that I find difficult to discuss because, truthfully, I find them difficult to watch. I am quite impressionable, and if there is one thing that defines “Ichi: The Killer,” it is its excessive blood, gruesome deaths, and an extreme level of sadism rarely seen in cinema. Directed…

Kotoko (2011) – A Film That Transcends Reality

I watched this film a while ago (well, not that long ago—about a month), but I felt I wasn’t ready to approach it objectively just yet. The truth is that Kotoko is more than just a movie you can casually watch; it’s an intense emotional experience from start to finish. It’s uncomfortable, painful, and designed…

Marebito Japanese Movie Review 2004

As you may know, we’re Asian horror fans. Sadly, the American version of it, has nothing to do to surpass the quality of stories and so many good, electrifying plots. This weekend I watched Marebito. A movie that so many of you proclaimed as one of the best. Instead of that, it became somewhat a…