Find the body.|Oct. 14, 2022|Japan|103 Min.|Not Rated
Genre: Horror;Thriller
Description: Re/Member is a 2022 Japanese horror film that attempts to blend multiple genres, including slasher, creature feature, and slice-of-life drama, but ultimately falls short of expectations. The story revolves around six high school students who become trapped in a time loop, relentlessly pursued by a terrifying ghost called The Red Person. To break free, they must locate the scattered body parts of the ghost’s previous victim, reassemble them, and survive the night without being killed or erased from existence.
The film begins with a strong premise, reminiscent of *Happy Death Day*, but loses momentum as it progresses. The narrative introduces a mix of time jumps, character development, and emotional introspection, which slows the pace and shifts the tone from horror to a quirky teen drama. While the initial scenes are eerie and unsettling, the shift into mundane high school life and friendship-building feels misplaced and disrupts the overall atmosphere.
Despite its flaws, *Re/Member* explores themes of unity and personal growth as the characters uncover the mystery behind their predicament. However, the film’s inconsistent tone and pacing make it a less compelling addition to the Japanese horror canon compared to classics like *The Ring* or *The Grudge*.
Cast director: Eiichiro Hasumi
Cast actor: Kanna Hashimoto, Gordon Maeda, Maika Yamamoto, Fuju Kamio, Mayuu Yokota, Kotaro Daigo, Shuntaro Yanagi, Naomi Nishida, Tasuku Emoto, Yuuki Luna
Original name: カラダ探し