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The Definitive Guide to The Ring, The Grudge and Beyond

David Kalat

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English
Vertical Inc.
15 April 2007
J-HORROR is the comprehensive guide to the many faces of the Japanese horror film genre since it has been transplanted to the United States, starting with 'The Ring'.

J-HORROR- THE DEFINITIVE GUIDE TO THE RING, THE GRUDGE AND BEYOND, is an encyclopedia-like reference to all available Japanese horror films on Celluloid, video and dvd. It begins with a history of the industry that was built around 'The Ring', and how the many different manifestations of the single story spawned a new horror film aesthetic that has resonated the world over. Beyond 'The Ring', David Kalat also goes into the work that has been inspired by such themes as ghosts, little children, the media, and the unnamable aesthetic patina of J-Horror. This extensive history of J-horror looks into about 100 different films, most of which can be found in VHS or DVD format. J-HORROR- THE DEFINITIVE GUIDE TO THE RING, THE GRUDGE AND BEYOND, explains what is going on in Japanese horror film, and also tells you where to find these movies when you're ready to find them.
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Imprint:   Vertical Inc.
Country of Publication:   United States
Dimensions:   Height: 216mm,  Width: 139mm,  Spine: 21mm
Weight:   376g
ISBN:   9781932234084
ISBN 10:   193223408X
Pages:   320
Publication Date:  
Audience:   General/trade ,  ELT Advanced
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active

David Kalat is the author of indispensable books on film and television history, including The Strange Case of Dr. Mabuse, Homicide- Life on the Streets- The Unofficial Companion and A Critical History and Filmography of Toho Godzilla Series. He regularly writes for Scarlet Street and Filmfax and is the president of the oldest independent DVD label in the industry, All Day Entertainment.

Reviews for J-horror: The Definitive Guide to The Ring, The Grudge and Beyond

David Kalat's writing style is easy to follow and well-paced. With very little knowledge of or interest in horror films, I initially thought this was going to be a difficult read. I needn't have worried... - PopCultureShock The resulting critical eye and even handed explorations of the artistic, cultural, and economic context for works popularized by the explosion in interest in The Ring presents a convincing case for developing an respect for the aesthetic and the minds behind it. - Ain't it cool News Thanks to Kalat, I know that I'll be haunting the video store, clutching my already crumpled, scribbled list. --Fangoria Kalat doesn't pander to fanboys here; he looks at the phenomenon of Japanese-style horror movies in an objective light. Highly recommended. --Popculture Shock Kalat's prose is a pleasure to read. A very detailed and balanced account warmly recommended to all film fans. --Japan Navigator A very rich and thorough treatment of the history, details, trends and people behind exemplar films of this genre. I can in fact wholly recommend this book to anyone even slightly interested. --SaruDama David Kalat s writing style is easy to follow and well-paced. With very little knowledge of or interest in horror films, I initially thought this was going to be a difficult read. I needn t have worried... - PopCultureShock The resulting critical eye and even handed explorations of the artistic, cultural, and economic context for works popularized by the explosion in interest in The Ring presents a convincing case for developing an respect for the aesthetic and the minds behind it. - Ain't it cool News Thanks to Kalat, I know that I'll be haunting the video store, clutching my already crumpled, scribbled list. --Fangoria Kalat doesn't pander to fanboys here; he looks at the phenomenon of Japanese-style horror movies in an objective light. Highly recommended. --Popculture Shock Kalat's prose is a pleasure to read. A very detailed and balanced account warmly recommended to all film fans. --Japan Navigator A very rich and thorough treatment of the history, details, trends and people behind exemplar films of this genre. I can in fact wholly recommend this book to anyone even slightly interested. --SaruDama


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