Q.

Which American film was adapted from a Japanese film?

a) The Ring
b) Godzilla
c) The Grudge
d) One Missed Call

A.

The answer is all of the above!

Japanese horror movies, also called J-Horror, is a go-to genre Hollywood seeks for a good remake. J-Horror has a unique perspective and cinematography that attracts Western viewers.

Some sociologists suggest that people like watching horror movies because of the phenomenon called excitation transfer. Our initial reaction to watching a scary scene is shock and fear, which causes an increase in heart rate and heavy breathing and triggers other physical reactions. After the fear wears down, viewers experience intense relief. This positive feeling floods the brain with feel-good chemicals.

If you enjoy the adrenaline rush, watch the original Japanese version of the horror movies this Halloween!

Have you seen any J-Horror movies?

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