Ringu, a Japanese Horror film directed by Hideo Nakata and released in 1998, is based on a novel by Koji Suzuki. The plot follows a journalist named Reiko Asakawa, who investigates a strange videotape. Anyone who watches the tape receives a phone call from a girl’s voice and dies exactly seven days later.
Ringu - Release Date, Trailer, Songs, Cast
| Movie: | Ringu |
| Genre: | Horror, Mystery, Thriller |
| Language: | Japanese |
| Director: | Hideo Nakata |
| Main Cast: | Nanako Matsushima, Hiroyuki Sanada, Miki Nakatani |
| Release Date: | January 31, 1998 |
| Banner: | Kadokawa Shoten, Asmik Ace Entertainment |
| Music: | Not available |
| Budget: | $10 million USD |
| Runtime: | 1h 55min |
Reiko, played by Aoi Miyazaki, becomes determined to uncover the truth after her niece dies shortly after watching the tape. In her search, she learns about a young girl named Sadako, who has supernatural abilities and a tragic history. The film effectively explores themes of grief, loss, and the dangers of curiosity, creating a suspenseful atmosphere that keeps viewers captivated.
Ringu played a crucial role in the rise of Japanese Horror in the late 1990s and early 2000s, leading to many remakes and sequels, including the American version, The Ring. Its unique blend of psychological Horror, along with its haunting visuals and sound, has made it a lasting classic that still unsettles audiences today.
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