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22 October 2004 (USA) moreTagline:
It never forgives. It never forgets. morePlot:
An American nurse living and working in Tokyo is exposed to a mysterious supernatural curse, one that locks a person in a powerful rage before claiming their life and spreading to another victim. full summary | full synopsisAwards:
1 win & 7 nominations moreNewsDesk:
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I was terrified during this great movie! more (890 total)Cast
(Cast overview, first billed only)| Sarah Michelle Gellar | ... | Karen | |
| Jason Behr | ... | Doug | |
| William Mapother | ... | Matthew | |
| Clea DuVall | ... | Jennifer | |
| KaDee Strickland | ... | Susan | |
| Grace Zabriskie | ... | Emma | |
| Bill Pullman | ... | Peter | |
| Rosa Blasi | ... | Maria | |
| Ted Raimi | ... | Alex | |
| Ryo Ishibashi | ... | Nakagawa | |
| Yoko Maki | ... | Yoko | |
| Yuya Ozeki | ... | Toshio | |
| Takako Fuji | ... | Kayako | |
| Takashi Matsuyama | ... | Takeo | |
| Hiroshi Matsunaga | ... | Igarashi |
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Also Known As:
Der Fluch (Germany)The Juon (Japan)
Untitled 'Ju-on: The Grudge' Remake (USA) (working title)
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Rated PG-13 for mature thematic material, disturbing images/terror/violence, and some sensuality.Parents Guide:
View content advisory for parentsRuntime:
92 min | South Korea:97 min (uncut version) | Japan:98 minColor:
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1.85 : 1 moreCertification:
Malaysia:18SG | Iceland:16 | USA:PG-13 (certificate #40750) | Sweden:15 | South Korea:15 | New Zealand:R16 | Japan:PG-12 | Argentina:16 | Australia:M | Brazil:14 | Canada:13+ (Quebec) | Canada:14A (Alberta/British Columbia) | Canada:14 (Nova Scotia) | Canada:PG (Ontario) | Czech Republic:15 | Finland:K-15 | France:-12 | Germany:16 | Ireland:15PG (original rating) | Ireland:15 (video rating) | Italy:T | Norway:15 | Philippines:R-13 | Poland:18 | Portugal:M/16 | Singapore:PG | Switzerland:14 (canton of Geneva) | Switzerland:14 (canton of Vaud) | Switzerland:16 (canton of Zurich) | UK:15 | USA:Unrated (DVD rating) | Netherlands:16Fun Stuff
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Selma Blair was the first choice for the lead role, which went to Sarah Michelle Gellar. moreGoofs:
Errors made by characters (possibly deliberate errors by the filmmakers): At the cemetery, Karen tells her boyfriend that burning incense is a Buddhist ritual, and that the smoke carries their prayers to the spirits of the departed. Buddhism doesn't acknowledge everlasting spirits. It is actually a Shinto ritual. moreFAQ
What is the difference between the PG-13 rated film and the Unrated Director's Cut?How did the Saeki family die?
How do the Williamses, Yoko, Karen, Doug, Peter, and Detective Nakagawa catch the grudge?
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This is what I wrote to some friends earlier:
HOLY CRAP, The Grudge is, honest to God, one of the scariest films I've ever seen! I am either getting very soft in my old age, or Sam Raimi and Ghost Pictures did a KICK A** job! (Can't wait for Boogeyman!)
I was very scared sitting in the dark theater and wished I had someone, anyone, sitting next to me (except the protagonist in Grudge. I saw the movie by myself.) I swear, there were many many jump scenes that were NOT expected! I felt foolish but my nerves did not care! I was on edge the entire movie, from the opening credits, and the music was fantastically scary. I keep thinking of that sound, though, and I DO NOT LIKE IT!
I actually gasped aloud a few times, and cried, "oh" at one scene!! Oh, yeah, I even half-covered my eyes a few times! Word to the wise, though: I thought some of the scenes were a little psychotic. My DH hated Event Horizon and thought whoever wrote it was sick and psycho, but I don't remember the movie so can't compare.
I can't say I "enjoyed" this movie b/c I was terrified, but it was very very good and scary. The ending scene, too...whoa! For being a 32-year-old-mommy, I think I may have nightmares from this movie, especially because of that sound. Please get out of my head ;)
In summary, this is not a slasher flick like I grew up with (Jason, Freddy). This is a most-of-the-time spooky movie. Perfect for Halloween.
Two great trailers for this movie were Boogeyman and The Ring 2!!