Shutter

Since 2004, this is my top tier choice of horror movie. Asian horror movies in general are just built different. American horror movies include S*x and a lot of unnecessary screaming. That’s why I avoid any white people movies cause it’s just pathetic and dumb 🤦‍♀️ It pissed me off more seeing a white version of it 😂💀

I saw this bootleg a few years ago, and always kept an eye out for it. Having already seen it for free, I felt compelled to pay for it; I wasn't disappointed watching it a second time. I rated this movie 5 stars, because there wasn't any higher rating. This makes the American version look like a bunch of kids that found their parents' cam-corder. This doesn't have the same "killer jumping through the shower curtain" cheesey horror as its American counter-part, but the subtle ambience of "something off" has much more of a powerful effect. What made this original great was clearly lost when they brought it state-side. I won't go into details as for the plot; but this is one of the all time great suspense "horror" films ever created. If you like Nightmare on Elm Street, Halloween (or any of the 30 sequels), House of the Dead... ect. You will not like this film. If you hated any of the fore-mentioned movies, you will probably love this film. This is for someone that likes subtlety, nuance, and intellectual thrillers.If you haven't seen the American version: watch this one first. I made the mistake of watching the American version (Not knowing of the original's existence), and was disappointed. If I could go back and watch the original first, the apex of this version would have been so much more entertaining. But I watched them in the wrong order. If I could only go back... then again: if I had wheels, I'd be a wagon.

The tale of a belated haunting. Years after the fact, a restless spirit decides to get even with those who "wronged" her. Why she waited so long is never questioned so don't expect an answer. This angry specter just suddenly pops up, mostly in poor photography, but sometimes in the flesh (so to speak), and begins to wreck havoc on those responsible for her sorry state. As revenge killings go, this one was pretty lax; most of the deaths were simply mentioned as hearsay, late in the game. For a spirit bent on reprisal, this one was pretty lazy going about it. Things don't start getting anxious until the last third of the movie. I found that to be the greatest drawback with this story, that, and the fact that the one person who knew everything carried on as though totally clueless (which made him either stupid or an incredible liar).Most of the "scares" are of the jump variety, only a couple of scenes were actually frightening. I did love the final showdown though, and the chilling image of a spectral albatross. That was truly inventive. All in all, not a bad little ghost story.

I was watching this last night and i couldn't help but be impressed how it kept me interested in the movie while also freakin scaring me at the same time. The movie has a lot of suspense to it as well as violence. But it never really goes overboard nor does it detract from the movie at hand. The movie revolves around Tun and his girlfriend June. They are returning from a night of hanging out with friends, drinking and driving yeah that was a nice brain fart. Senses impaired they hit and a girl walking in the street. They (Tun) decides to just leave the victim lying in the street (it being an accident and all). So they drive off like nothing has happened.It never works out that way though does it? The girl that they hit and left for dead has a special connection to Tun that gets explained in vivid detail later on in the movie..suffice to say its very interesting. Also pay attention when he starts complaining about "his neck hurting" and watch for it later on. Its an excellent movie and i have bought movies from Tartan Asia Extreme in the past "Two Sisters" which was also pretty good. But just to close this "Shutter" brings a little something extra to the horror genre without all the blood/violence (not that i mind that). Its good to see a movie focus on other aspects (suspense)...great movie and great purchase to add your DVD collection as well.

truely is amazing it has a better story than most asian ghost movies. I haven't seen the American version and I am glad. It turned out a lot better than I thought it would see as it has the tradition japenese ghost which is actually a lot scarier than most other japenese ghost. The story is about tun and Jane basically they are driving home one night when they hit a girl in the middle of the road and drive away(I know what you did last summer anyone?) then they start seeing weird things in there pictures (spirts). I won't say to much but after that is when the movie gets really good. The end was good althought it left much to be desired and I actually felt bad for the ghost feeling sympathy for her.

At first glance Shutter could appear like many other Asian horror films with the scary girl, weird photos, black hair, and revenge. With that said it stands alone as a well told ghost story with plot, acting, and scares. If you liked The Changeling and The Devil's Backbone this film is for you. One of the best Asian horror movies I've seen to date.I watched this on the Sundance film channel as part of their Asia Extreme series of films which show a new film every Sunday at midnight and is commercial free. Perhaps not the most ideal time for those of us with jobs, but it is worth taking the time to schedule it on your tivo or dvr.The dvd features are to come being that after I watched this I am now buying it, it's a good add to any horror fan's collection, especially those who like the supernatural ghost story element.

I watcher the American remake of this fllm last year and finally got a chance to give this one a try. It was quite enjoyable. While I knew the how's and why's after watching the remake, it was still fun to watch this unfold. And I had people over over who were not familiar with the story, and they also liked the film. This is not an in-your-face horror film, so if you like those kinds, this won't be for you. However, if you a fan of the Japanese horror films, such as Ringu, you should find this one enjoyable, too. NIcely done.

I enjoyed this one. It’s a good storyline which I won’t give away. If you liked Dark Water or Ju-on you’ll like this one.

It is an amazing film, really surprised me, the acting was good and the tone of the movie was suspenseful and eerie. The storyline was fresh and satisfying, if you don't mind reading the English subtitles and listening to Thai ( which I didn't as I go to Thailand often) then this movie is the one to watch especially if it is your first "ghost" movie. Highly recommended for anyone who want to expand upon their horror collection

This is a good film, although, and I never thought I'd say this, but I prefer the american version.

Awesome film. I'm not scared easily but this had me completely creeped out.

Came a week earlier than expected, perfect condition, played fine