Ringu (1998)

I am 34 years old and have grown up watching fantastic(and many awful) horror films. I heard about this film when the American version was released, and i eventually saw that version, which was really good in my opinion. However, i finally purchased and watched the original Japanese version, which is infinitely better. The American version clearly has higher production values, and I have nothing bad to say about it, but original Japanese film is so much more interesting and generally just really something special. I wouldn't say that its the scariest horror film I've seen, but it is certainly my favorite! If you have any interest in Japanese horror and or Japanese culture you will probably love this film. If you just want a very original horror film, you may also really enjoy it. If you enjoy a strange mystery, this is for you! The idea of the video cassette being like a chain letter seems kind of flimsy in theory, but the film managed to suck me in from the first scene and never let go. I became nearly obsessed with this film, and I can see why it became such classic! much of the film is based on ideas from ancient Japanese ghost stories, but to a westerner these are very new concepts and much different than the horror films i have been used to. I watched it with a few friends who also really enjoyed it.it was very though provoking and rather a good mystery as it unfolded. I highly recommend this one!

I'm probably one of the few or possibly the only one that liked the remake a little more than the original... BUT with that said... I actually thought this film was very well made and definitely a little scarier than the remake in places. Before I continue, let me say that, I saw the remake multiple times, before watching this. I am a Naomi Watts fan and the son and Samara in that film were perfectly cast. Now back to this film... The actors, locations, and vibe is great! It was fun comparing the two films, but each film has its moments. I actually like the final sequence better with Ringu, but the moment (big reveal) at the end, I prefer the American ending. Just my opinion. But overall, Ringu is a genuinely creepy film. Definitely a horror classic! Check it out with confidence!

I've been wanting to watch this for some time. I loved the American remake and after watching this, I have discovered that it was surprisingly well done. Like many of the Japanese horror movies, it unfolds slowly, and you really need to appreciate that aspect in these movies. We do, and we very much enjoyed the film. You really don't need all those special effects to make a very creepy film when you have the makeup, lighting, and motion down pat!

One of the best horror movies made In the last 20 years. if you like good horror movies then this movie is one you would love to see.

Ok so this says ringu 0 and it was in ringu case is this the right one? I watched this and looked different then the trailer and it didn’t show a video tape either

Soooo boring, and the worst acting i have seen in a whole.

Honestly people? There is not one scary moment in this film. It's way to expository....everything is talked about, explained. The dialogue is simplistic to the point of laughable. And after all that the big payoff is that the video is like a chain letter. For those of you who are scared by things jumping out at you, fear not. None of that here. It's not even a mood piece. Someone here wrote that they had to sleep with the lights on after viewing this. This person must also wet themselves after watching the Great Pumpkin.

Note: Audio is Japanese, not English as stated in the description. Subtitled in English, French, and Spanish.