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Noroi: The Curse

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A paranormal expert vanishes while filming a documentary about an ancient demon.
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Noroi: The Curse

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Dylan Scott Vox Oct 19, 2018
Images from its final reel will still burn into your brain. Go to Full Review
Julian Singleton Cinapse Jul 11, 2025
Noroi’s sense of realism may be unmatched in found footage, and the journey of its idealistic, headstrong protagonist makes for gripping viewing. Go to Full Review
Zena Dixon Real Queen of Horror Aug 27, 2018
4.5/5
Noroi: The Curse is truly a disturbing and epic film. Go to Full Review
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Bella C @hellabella Oct 9, 2026 WOW!!!!!! With how amazing this found footage was you’d think this movie was made recently. If I could rate more than 5 stars I would! See more nilufer E @Nilicim Sep 20, 2026 The concept and found-footage style were interesting, but it never really came together for me. There were some creepy moments, but overall it felt too messy and underwhelming to leave much of an impact. See more Altay T @RT97001310 Aug 22, 2026 Okay I understand why I haven't scared, because I am not believing in supernatural. Actually I thought this is a Denpa film and started to watch it. Okay skip the scary part because it's not for me, I think also movie's approach not that unique. Actors played well but story was so shallow. This is where I draw the line, the film used real pigeons -I am nearly certain, it is very low possiblity that they used other techniques. I don't know about dogs.- for this horror movie. This movie's story don't deserve the lost lives of pigeons and possibly dogs. Story just isn't deep, psychological, philosophical or even scary. I don't know why people like this film. See more Due F @RT14704568 Jun 26, 2026 *Noroi: The Curse* stands out with its pseudo-documentary approach, gradually building suspense through a well-structured investigation, natural performances, and an unsettling atmosphere that feels eerily authentic. While some unanswered questions, limited character development, and occasional lapses in character logic prevent it from being fully satisfying, the film's compelling mystery and slow-burning horror remain highly effective. Overall, it is a rewarding horror experience for viewers who enjoy atmospheric storytelling and psychological dread over conventional jump scares. BY ALUNAUWIE See more Brant F. @destroyfascism May 27, 2026 Good found footage horror that maybe didn’t fully live up to the astronomical hype I’d read beforehand, but still deserves a lot of credit for how creative and atmospheric it is. The acting is above average for the genre, and the storytelling structure is genuinely unique and ambitious, with all the threads eventually coming together in a satisfying way. It may lack the truly visceral dread of the absolute top-tier horror films, but it’s still an entertaining and very worthwhile watch. See more Ian S @RT48225084 Apr 15, 2026 Didn't think it was going to amount to much but it picked up in the second hour. Some good performances and an unsettling atmosphere made it more interesting. Finished with a bang. Not too bad at all. See more Read all reviews
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Movie Info

Synopsis A paranormal expert vanishes while filming a documentary about an ancient demon.
Director
Kôji Shiraishi
Screenwriter
Naoyuki Yokota
Production Co
Geneon Universal Entertainment
Genre
Horror, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
Japanese
Release Date (Streaming)
Jun 25, 2017
Runtime
1h 55m
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