Kiyoshi Kurosawa explains the unique horror of J-horror films

In 2023, a documentary titled The J-Horror Virus was released, now available for streaming on Shudder. It highlights the rise of Japanese horror in the late 1990s and early 2000s, which tapped into themes of technological dread and existential uncertainty. Featuring interviews with significant contributors to the genre, including directors and actors, the film showcases the close-knit nature of the J-horror community and the artistic exchanges that shaped it. Key films like Ring are explored in-depth, emphasizing their impact both in Japan and internationally. Kiyoshi Kurosawa points out that the unexplained elements in J-horror give it a distinctive edge, resonating with universal feelings of loneliness and isolation.