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Tomie: Rebirth 2001

★ 7.298 votes100 min📅 2001-03-24

In *Tomie: Rebirth (2001)*, acclaimed horror auteur Takashi Shimizu crafts a chilling tale of obsession, identity, and the inescapable allure of a cursed muse.

Director: Takashi Shimizu

Cast

Miki Sakai
Miki Sakai
Tomie Kawakami
Satoshi Tsumabuki
Satoshi Tsumabuki
Takumi Aoyama
Kumiko Endo
Kumiko Endo
Hitomi Kitamura
Masaya Kikawada
Masaya Kikawada
Shun'ichi Hosoda
Shugo Oshinari
Shugo Oshinari
Hideo Kamata
Yutaka Nakajima
Yutaka Nakajima
Tomoko Hosoda
Yuri Hachisu
Yumiko Sano
Tarō Suwa
Tarō Suwa
Haruo Aoyoma
Ganko Fuyu
Takako Aoyama
Shin Kusaka
Masaru

Frequently Asked Questions

What is *Tomie: Rebirth* (2001) about?

*Tomie: Rebirth* follows art student Hideo, who spirals into chaos after murdering a mysterious girl named Tomie. When she reappears unharmed, he's drawn into a nightmarish cycle of obsession and violence, with friends caught in the wake of her unnatural presence.

Who directed *Tomie: Rebirth*?

Takashi Shimizu, known for his work in Japanese horror, directed *Tomie: Rebirth*.

Who stars in *Tomie: Rebirth*?

The film features Miki Sakai in a standout role, alongside Satoshi Tsumabuki, Kumiko Endo, Masaya Kikawada, and Shugo Oshinari.

Is *Tomie: Rebirth* (2001) worth watching?

For horror enthusiasts, *Tomie: Rebirth* delivers a moody, atmospheric experience with strong performances and a gripping premise. While not for the faint of heart, it's a solid choice for fans of Japanese horror seeking something fresh.

How long is *Tomie: Rebirth*?

*Tomie: Rebirth* has a runtime of 100 minutes.

Tomie: Rebirth (2001) — A Horror Masterpiece of Obsession and the Supernatural

In *Tomie: Rebirth (2001)*, acclaimed horror auteur Takashi Shimizu crafts a chilling tale of obsession, identity, and the inescapable allure of a cursed muse. When art student Hideo becomes entangled with the ethereal yet deadly Tomie, his world spirals into madness after a brutal act of violence. The film's eerie atmosphere lingers long after the credits roll, blending psychological horror with supernatural dread as Tomie's presence defies logic and mortality alike.

With a haunting performance by Miki Sakai at its core, *Tomie: Rebirth* twists the classic Japanese horror archetype into a nightmarish exploration of beauty, desire, and the cycles of life and death. Shimizu's direction amplifies the tension, making this a standout entry for fans of slow-burn terror and supernatural mysteries.