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Kuruibana 2017

★ 8.01 votes104 min📅 2017-10-14

Kuruibana (2017), directed by Hirotaka Inoue, weaves a chilling anthology of horror through three unsettling stories that explore grief, isolation, and supernatural vengeance.

Director: Hirotaka Inoue

Cast

Mayu Hotta
Mayu Hotta
Mari Kurata
Ayaka Komatsu
Ayaka Komatsu
Asami Kamijo
Takashi Yuki
Takashi Yuki
Yosuke Kurata
Miyu Kawahara
Miyu Kawahara
Yoshiko Ando
Mizu Higashino
Mizu Higashino
Mizuho Yamada
Nao Sakaki
Nao Sakaki
Kawamura
Honoka Matsumoto
Honoka Matsumoto
Yoko Fujii
Kouhei Takeda
Kouhei Takeda
Kenji Ooishi
Momona Harukawa
Momona Harukawa
Ayane Nakamura
Hidenobu Abera
Hidenobu Abera
Takuya Tsutsumi

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kuruibana (2017) about?

Kuruibana (2017) is a horror anthology split into three eerie segments. The first follows a young woman haunted by her mother's absence after her father remarries. The second follows a reckless film crew filming in an abandoned home, while the third ties the stories together with a chilling twist involving supernatural retribution.

Who directed Kuruibana?

Kuruibana was directed by Hirotaka Inoue, known for crafting atmospheric horror that blends psychological tension with supernatural dread.

Who stars in Kuruibana?

The film features Mayu Hotta, Ayaka Komatsu, Takashi Yuki, Miyu Kawahara, and Mizu Higashino as its lead performers.

Is Kuruibana (2017) worth watching?

For horror fans seeking slow-burn atmosphere and anthology-style storytelling, Kuruibana delivers a moody, unsettling experience—though it may not satisfy those expecting jump scares or fast pacing. Its unique structure and thematic depth make it a memorable entry in the genre.

How long is Kuruibana?

Kuruibana (2017) has a runtime of 104 minutes.

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About Kuruibana (2017) — A Horror Anthology Unraveling Supernatural Curses and Haunting Realities

Kuruibana (2017), directed by Hirotaka Inoue, weaves a chilling anthology of horror through three unsettling stories that explore grief, isolation, and supernatural vengeance.

In "Cursing," a grieving Mari clings to memories of her late mother as her father introduces a new stepmother, only to find their home haunted by an ominous presence. The second segment, "Waltz," follows a film crew venturing into an abandoned mountain home to shoot a mockumentary without a script—only for their director's grim prediction of tragedy to unfold in terrifying fashion. The anthology culminates in a haunting finale that ties these eerie narratives together, leaving viewers questioning what's real and what lurks just beyond the veil of the unknown.