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April Ghost Story (1988) · 四月怪談

Original title: 四月怪談

1988 · Kazuya Konaka · 98 min · Japan · Edited by 1

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Synopsis

A girl dies and a ghost who died 80 years ago tries to convince her to come back to life instead of remaining a ghost.

Main cast 9

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Why watch it?

A 1988 title built around Fantástico, Misterio and romántico. Directed by Kazuya Konaka.

Who is it for?

You’ll like it if you enjoy

Not ideal if you are looking for

  • Paranormal
  • Body horror
  • Witchcraft
  • Bestiary

Influences

  1. 1917
    Satan's Rhapsody
  2. 1954
    Return to Youth
  3. 1970
    Mae Nak Phra Nakhon
  4. 1972
    Angels and Cherubs
  5. 1978
    A Woman After a Killer Butterfly
  6. 1988
    April Ghost Story

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