Yami Shibai: Furuido
Theatre of Darkness: Yamishibai - The Old Well / 古井戸 / Yami Shibai Special
Genres: Avant Garde, Horror | |
Studios: ILCA | |
Producers: DRAWIZ | |
Rating: 5.62 / 10 | |
Rank: #12042 | |
Popularity: #11190 | |
Users Listed: 2,684 | |
Users Scored: 1,118 | |
NSFW: No | |
Last Updated: 08/04/2022 | |
Aired: August 14, 2021 (Summer) | |
Type: ona | |
Source: original | |
Age Rating: PG 13 | |
Episodes: 1 |
Synopsis:
This installment of *Yami Shibai* presents a chilling tale rooted in Japanese folklore and urban legends. Set against a backdrop of rural Japan, the episode unfolds as a theatrical performance, employing traditional shadow puppetry to depict unsettling narratives. The story centers on a community grappling with a lingering presence tied to a specific date, exploring themes of grief, memory, and the enduring power of superstition.
Viewers are immersed in a world where reality blurs with the supernatural, conveyed through evocative visuals and haunting sound design. The episode's slow-burn suspense focuses less on action and more on psychological unease, prompting reflection on the unseen forces that can shape human experiences. It offers a uniquely unsettling viewing experience, blending cultural storytelling with a distinctly modern horror aesthetic.
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