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Ju-on: The Grudge 2
Ju-on: The Grudge 2

Ju-on: The Grudge 2

August 15, 2003
1h 32m
Horror
Thriller
Critics
85/100
Story
82/100
Acting
88/100
Cinematography
90/100
Soundtrack
80/100
Audience
64/100
Story
78/100
Acting
83/100
Cinematography
85/100
Soundtrack
75/100

When the cast and crew of a paranormal TV reality program decide to shoot in the house of the original Saeki hauntings, a series of strange events unfold at the location.

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Director
Takashi Shimizu
Cast
Noriko Sakai, Shingo Katsurayama, Yui Ichikawa, Emi Yamamoto, Chiharu Niiyama, Kei Horie, Erika Kuroishi, Kaoru Mizuki, Ayumu Saito, Shinobu Yuki
Release Date
August 15, 2003
Production
Oz Company, Aozora Investments, Pioneer LDC, Nikkatsu Corporation, Xanadeux Company, KADOKAWA Shoten, Tokyo Theatres Company

Rating Distribution

User Ratings

5 Stars65%
1235
4 Stars25%
475
3 Stars8%
152
2 Stars2%
38
1 Stars0%
0
Total: 1,900 ratings

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Mo
MovieCritic
Critic
December 15, 2023🇺🇸 US
90/100

An outstanding film that delivers on all fronts. The performances are stellar, and the direction is impeccable. Highly recommended for fans of the genre.

Story: 92Acting: 95Cinematography: 88Soundtrack: 85
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FilmFan123
User
December 10, 2023🇬🇧 GB
98/100

Absolutely loved it! The story kept me engaged from start to finish, and the visuals were breathtaking. One of the best I've seen this year.

Story: 97Acting: 99Cinematography: 99Soundtrack: 96
Ci
CinemaExpert
Critic
December 5, 2023🇫🇷 FR
70/100

While the film has its moments, it falls short in some areas. The pacing is uneven, but the strong performances make up for it somewhat.

Story: 65Acting: 80Cinematography: 75Soundtrack: 60

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