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‘New Group’ Feels Like A Lost J-Horror Classic That Turns The Human Body Into Abrasive Architecture [BHFF Review]

Yûta Shimotsu’s sophomore feature is an enlightening social satire about the dangers of conformity and assimilation, brought to life through a chilling body horror experiment. “Japan is the best! Japan is the best!” There is no shortage of uncomfortable imagery and surreal nightmare fuel in American horror movies. However, the chilling visuals that are born […] The post ‘New Group’ Feels Like A Lost J-Horror Classic That Turns The Human Body Into Abrasive Architecture [BHFF Review] appeared first on Bloody Disgusting!.

Daniel Kurland
6 min read

Junji Ito Double Feature: Revisiting J-Horror Movies ‘Uzumaki’ and ‘Kakashi’

The majority of Junji Itō adaptations are underseen or simply unknown. The sheer amount may also come as a surprise. The peak of movies based on the horror mangaka’s works was during the “J-Horror” wave; The Ring (1998) signaled a sea change in Japanese horror, and studios were looking everywhere for inspiration. Unfortunately, Itō is […] The post Junji Ito Double Feature: Revisiting J-Horror Movies ‘Uzumaki’ and ‘Kakashi’ appeared first on Bloody Disgusting!.

Paul Lê
6 min read

‘Uzumaki’ Review – A Suffocating Spiral of Cosmic Body Horror Perfection

Adult Swim’s highly anticipated Junji Ito adaptation is animated cosmic and body horror of the highest degree that’s guaranteed to disturb seasoned genre fans. “Become one with me and the spiral.” Junji Ito has become one of the manga industry’s most prolific body horror storytellers and Uzumaki: Spiral Into Horror is definitely regarded as one […] The post ‘Uzumaki’ Review – A Suffocating Spiral of Cosmic Body Horror Perfection appeared first on Bloody Disgusting!.

Daniel Kurland
2 min read

‘Uzumaki’ – Watch the Nightmarish Full Trailer for Adult Swim’s Junji Ito Anime Series

Adult Swim‘s mini-series “Uzumaki,” based on the supernatural horror manga by legendary author Junji Ito, is headed our way this month, and the full official trailer has arrived today. “Uzumaki” debuts September 28 on Adult Swim, followed by next day streaming on Max. Watch the official trailer for “Uzumaki” below. Written and illustrated by Ito, the original manga series […] The post ‘Uzumaki’ – Watch the Nightmarish Full Trailer for Adult Swim’s Junji Ito Anime Series appeared first on Bloody Disgusting!.

John Squires
2 min read

Arrow Video Brings 1998 Junji Ito Horror Movie ‘Tomie’ to Blu-ray

Tomie, the 1998 live action adaptation of Junji Ito’s hit manga, is coming to Blu-ray for the first time outside of Japan on November 19 from Arrow Video. The J-horror film is presented in high definition with original Japanese lossless 5.1 and 2.0 stereo audio and English subtitles. The limited edition set also comes with […] The post Arrow Video Brings 1998 Junji Ito Horror Movie ‘Tomie’ to Blu-ray appeared first on Bloody Disgusting!.

Alex DiVincenzo
2 min read

Fangoria Studios Teams With Junji Ito On Three Live-Action Feature Film Adaptations

Last year brought news that Fangoria Studios was teaming with legendary horror mangaka Junji Ito on a live-action adaptation of Bloodsucking Darkness along with two additional live-action feature films. A new report from Screen Daily reveals what those mysterious projects are. It was previously teased that Bloodsucking Darkness was “set to be the first of three […] The post Fangoria Studios Teams With Junji Ito On Three Live-Action Feature Film Adaptations appeared first on Bloody Disgusting!.

Meagan Navarro
2 min read

“Uzumaki” Teaser – Adult Swim Sets Fall Premiere Date for Junji Ito Adaptation

Adult Swim‘s mini-series “Uzumaki,” based on the supernatural horror manga by legendary author Junji Ito, was announced way back in 2019, and has since faced many delays. Thankfully, fans won’t have to wait much longer: Adult Swim revealed the Uzumaki premiere date during San Diego Comic Con 2024. Prepare to get dizzy over spirals when “Uzumaki” debuts […] The post “Uzumaki” Teaser – Adult Swim Sets Fall Premiere Date for Junji Ito Adaptation appeared first on Bloody Disgusting!.

Meagan Navarro
2 min read

“Uzumaki” – Adult Swim Announces Voice Cast for Junji Ito Adaptation

The English voice cast for Adult Swim’s upcoming adaptation of Junji Ito’s horror manga “Uzumaki” was announced at Anime Expo over the weekend. Created in partnership with Production IG USA, the animated TV series is currently in production. The Japanese and English voice actors, respectively, for the series include: Kirie Goshima – Uki Satake / […] The post “Uzumaki” – Adult Swim Announces Voice Cast for Junji Ito Adaptation appeared first on Bloody Disgusting!.

John Squires
6 min read

10 Upcoming Horror Books We Can’t Wait to Read in 2024

It’s shaping up to be one massive year for horror already. Beyond a plethora of horror movies already on the horizon, the literary world is teeming with spine-tingling short story collections, novels, and more to keep you busy through 2024. So, here’s a starter guide for upcoming horror literature ready to deliver chills and thrills, […] The post 10 Upcoming Horror Books We Can’t Wait to Read in 2024 appeared first on Bloody Disgusting!.

Meagan Navarro
2 min read

Junji Ito Featured in Latest “Golden Hour” Episode From ‘Slitterhead’ Developer Bokeh Game Studio [Watch]

Remember back in September when Slitterhead developer Bokeh Game Studio teased something with Junji Ito? While it doesn’t appear that Ito will be involved with Slitterhead (at least, not at the moment), we get the next best thing with Ito sitting down with Bokeh Game Studio head Keiichiro Toyama for an episode of “Golden Hour”, […] The post Junji Ito Featured in Latest “Golden Hour” Episode From ‘Slitterhead’ Developer Bokeh Game Studio [Watch] appeared first on Bloody Disgusting!.

Mike Wilson
2 min read

Bokeh Game Studio Releases New Development Video For ‘Slitterhead’, Teases Potential Collaboration With Junji Ito?

Bokeh Game Studio have released a new behind-the-scenes development video for their upcoming Survival Horror title Slitterhead, showcasing the motion capture development the team is doing for the project. On top of that, the studio has also taken to X to start tongues wagging regarding the potential involvement of Junji Ito with Slitterhead. For starters, […] The post Bokeh Game Studio Releases New Development Video For ‘Slitterhead’, Teases Potential Collaboration With Junji Ito? appeared first on Bloody Disgusting!.

Mike Wilson
2 min read

“Uzumaki” Trailer – Adult Swim Debuts Eerie Trailer For Junji Ito Adaptation

Adult Swim‘s mini-series “Uzumaki,” based on the supernatural horror manga by legendary author Junji Ito, was announced way back in 2019, and, as of a year ago, delayed with no ETA. A brand new trailer unveiled today at San Diego Comic-Con indicates that the upcoming series may be more than worth the wait. Check out the eerie new […] The post “Uzumaki” Trailer – Adult Swim Debuts Eerie Trailer For Junji Ito Adaptation appeared first on Bloody Disgusting!.

Meagan Navarro
2 min read

“Uzumaki”: Adult Swim’s Junji Ito Adaptation is Still in the Works

Adult Swim‘s mini-series “Uzumaki,” based on the supernatural horror manga by legendary author Junji Ito, was announced way back in 2019, and, as of a year ago, delayed with no ETA. The series’ producers confirmed that the series is still in the works with an update at this year’s Anime Expo, Anime News Network reports. At […] The post “Uzumaki”: Adult Swim’s Junji Ito Adaptation is Still in the Works appeared first on Bloody Disgusting!.

Meagan Navarro
2 min read

Junji Ito’s “Bloodsucking Darkness” Getting a Live Action Feature Film from Fangoria Studios

Junji Ito’s tales of horror are headed to the screen as part of a new initiative from Fangoria Studios, with Deadline reporting today that Bloodsucking Darkness is first up on the menu. Deadline notes that the upcoming feature film is “set to be the first of three projects that Fangoria plans to adapt from Ito’s […] The post Junji Ito’s “Bloodsucking Darkness” Getting a Live Action Feature Film from Fangoria Studios appeared first on Bloody Disgusting!.

John Squires
4 min read

‘Junji Ito Maniac: Japanese Tales of the Macabre’ Review – Netflix Anime Pales in Comparison to Source Material

Children gradually turn into ice cream, then consume one another. Head-shaped, giant balloons fill the sky and snare humans with nooses. People lost at sea are found “alive” inside a beached marine creature. The morbid imagination of Junji Ito has no limits, though the latest anime based on his ghastly oeuvre has its limitations as […] The post ‘Junji Ito Maniac: Japanese Tales of the Macabre’ Review – Netflix Anime Pales in Comparison to Source Material appeared first on Bloody Disgusting!.

Paul Lê
2 min read

Netflix’s “Junji Ito Maniac: Japanese Tales of the Macabre” Clip Reveals More Adapted Tales and Release Date

Japanese horror master Junji Ito has teamed up with Netflix for an anime anthology series based on his works, “Junji Ito Maniac: Japanese Tales of the Macabre.” A brand new clip teases some of the adapted stories, and when we can expect to see these twisted tales. The clip below gives a better look at Ito’s most popular […] The post Netflix’s “Junji Ito Maniac: Japanese Tales of the Macabre” Clip Reveals More Adapted Tales and Release Date appeared first on Bloody Disgusting!.

Meagan Navarro
2 min read

Lovecraftian Ito-Inspired Rpg ‘World of Horror’ Exits Early Access Next Summer [Trailer]

It seems like it’s been forever that developer Panstasz’s World of Horror has been in Early Access on Steam. Good things come to those who wait, as the game will finally exit Early Access, and arrive on the PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch in Summer 2023. World of Horror will also see a […] The post Lovecraftian Ito-Inspired Rpg ‘World of Horror’ Exits Early Access Next Summer [Trailer] appeared first on Bloody Disgusting!.

Mike Wilson
1 min read

“Uzumaki”: Adult Swim’s Junji Ito Adaptation Has Been Delayed to “Recreate Ito’s Masterpiece Properly”

Adult Swim‘s mini-series “Uzumaki,” based on the supernatural horror manga by legendary author Junji Ito, was announced way back in 2019, and alas, it has been delayed again. The reason for the delay, however, is a good one. An update shared to Twitter this afternoon explains, “Unfortunately, the premiere of the series must again be delayed. […] The post “Uzumaki”: Adult Swim’s Junji Ito Adaptation Has Been Delayed to “Recreate Ito’s Masterpiece Properly” appeared first on Bloody Disgusting!.

John Squires
2 min read

Netflix Teams with Horror Manga Legend on “Junji Ito Maniac: Japanese Tales of the Macabre” Anime Anthology Series

Japanese horror master Junji Ito made an unexpected appearance yesterday on Netflix‘s Geeked Week to announce a surprise collaboration in the form of an anime anthology series based on his works, “Junji Ito Maniac: Japanese Tales of the Macabre.” The upcoming series, scheduled to arrive on the streaming service next year, will compile and adapt twenty of Ito’s most […] The post Netflix Teams with Horror Manga Legend on “Junji Ito Maniac: Japanese Tales of the Macabre” Anime Anthology Series appeared first on Bloody Disgusting!.

Meagan Navarro