Pulse

About This Movie

Pulse is this haunting piece by Kiyoshi Kurosawa that really dives into the isolation of modern life. The atmosphere is thick with dread, perfectly capturing Tokyo's sprawling, almost claustrophobic urban landscape. The pacing is slow, but it builds this creeping sense of unease, which I find really effective. There's minimal reliance on jump scares; instead, it lets the mood linger. The practical effects have this unsettling quality, enhancing that eerie disconnect between the living and the dead. Performances feel raw and restrained, adding to the film's overall bleakness. It's not just about scares; it taps into deeper themes of loneliness and despair, making it distinctive in the horror genre.

Released in Japan as 'Kairo'. · Features a minimalist score by Tsukamoto. · Notable for its use of color and shadows. · Cult classic, influencing several horror films.