Stigmatized Properties

Stigmatized Properties, adapted from Tanashi Matsubara’s real-life experiences, presents a promising horror concept but falls short of delivering the fear factor seen in director Hideko Nakata’s earlier hits like Ring. Despite strong performances and solid cinematography, weak character development and unresolved plot elements—like the mysterious figure in black—disconnect viewers from the story. While the film builds eerie tension through individual house stories, it lacks the narrative cohesion to fully engage or terrify its audience. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com)