J-Horror The Definitive Guide to The Ring, The Grudge and Beyond

Navigating the numerous versions released in the U.S. and Japan ofThe Ring, The Grudge, Tomieand other films and sorting out the finest output of legends like Takashi Miike is an intimidating task.J-Horrorbreaks down each and every franchise, from the narrative to the talent behind the screen and other trivia, for a greater understanding and appreciation of the genre. Learn about the influence Japanese folklore and ghost stories had on J-Horror, and the influence of J-Horror on American cinema. Just don't forget your copy on the way to the video store!

David Kalat is the author of indispensable books on film and television history, including The Strange Case of Dr. Mabuse, Homicide: Life on the Streets: The Unofficial Companion and A Critical History and Filmography of Toho Godzilla Series. He regularly writes for Scarlet Street and Filmfax and is the president of the oldest independent DVD label in the industry, All Day Entertainment.