What Happens at the End of True Asian Horror?

A new wave of Asian horror movie filmmakers is capturing the attention of film studios desperate for box office success. From Tokyo to Hong Kong and Bangkok to Seoul, this two-part documentary describes how Asian directors have successfully married the power of local myths and superstitions with cutting-edge filming techniques and innovative storytelling, producing some of the scariest moments in the history of cinema. True Asian Horror includes scenes from The Ring - the movie voted by cinemagoers around the world as the scariest movie ever - and modern horror classics such as The Eye and Phone. Sit back as the directors of these classic films reveal how they manage to frighten the life out of their audiences and hear film critics explain why Hollywood is terrified to turn its back on Asian moviemakers whose meteoric rise to the top has been just plain scary.

Kristina Foster's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Hideo Nakata (Self)'s journey. From Tokyo to Hong Kong and Bangkok to Seoul, this two-part documentary describes how Asian directors have successfully married the power of local myths and superstitions with cutting-edge filming techniques and innovative storytelling, producing some of the scariest moments in the history of cinema.

How Does Hideo Nakata (Self)'s Story End?

• Hideo Nakata: Hideo Nakata's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
• Danny Pang Phat (Self): Danny Pang Phat's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
• Ekachai Uekrongtham (Self): Ekachai Uekrongtham's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.

What Does the Ending of True Asian Horror Mean?

The ending of True Asian Horror brings the narrative to a close, though viewer reception has been mixed. The resolution of Hideo Nakata's story may not satisfy all audiences.