Cast
View AllKenji Shiokawa
as Mitsuru Tanaka (segment "Best Seller")
Hiroshi Fukami
as (segment "Best Seller")
Jinya Sato
as (segment "Haunted House")
Yoshitaka Tanba
as Yukihiko Kaneko (segment "Kekkon")
Akiko Taumi
as Fusa Kaneko (segment "Kekkon")
Mina Asa
as (segment "Kekkon")
Kenji Shiokawa
as Nagase (segment "Blood Painting")
Natsumi Katori
as (segment "Blood Painting")
Crew
Director
- Tomoyuki Imai
- Mitsunori Hattori
- Teruyoshi Ishii
- Tsugumi Kitaura
Producer
- Kenji Nagai
- Kentaro Takahashi
- Hiroshi Ishikawa
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Horror film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Bloody! Scary Horror! presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Tomoyuki Imai brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1992, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Bloody! Scary Horror! took approximately 31 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 60 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 109 minutes long.
- The screenplay went through 10 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The film contains approximately 1588 individual shots.
Historical Context
- In 1992, when this film was released:
- Digital technology was transforming the entertainment industry.
- The end of the Cold War was reshaping global politics.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
While Bloody! Scary Horror! shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Return to Horror Hotel, which takes a more conventional approach to its subject matter, Bloody! Scary Horror! offers a fresh perspective through its innovative visual language and narrative structure.
While films like Mad Sad Bad and Conspiracy World explore similar territory, Bloody! Scary Horror! stands apart through its distinctive directorial vision and pacing.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its thoughtful balance of entertainment value and thematic depth, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: January 1, 1992
- Runtime: 1h
