Itou Junji: Collection (Junji Ito Collection)

In the light of day and in the dead of night, mysterious horrors await in the darkest shadows of every corner. They are unexplainable, inescapable, and undefeatable. Be prepared, or you may become their next victim.

Sit back in terror as traumatizing tales of unparalleled terror unfold. Tales, such as that of a cursed jade carving that opens holes all over its victims' bodies; deep nightmares that span decades; an attractive spirit at a misty crossroad that grants cursed advice; and a slug that grows inside a girl's mouth. Tread carefully, for the horrifying supernatural tales of the Itou Junji: Collection are not for the faint of heart.

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Itou Junji: Collection is collection of animated horror stories based on the works of Japanese artist Junji Itou.

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Tomie

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Suegara, Rie
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Tsujii, Souichi

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Mitsuya, Yuuji
Japanese

Fuchi

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Koyama, Mami
Japanese

Yotsutsuji no Bishounen

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Midorikawa, Hikaru
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Oshikiri, Tooru

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Shimono, Hiro
Japanese

Yuuko

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Nazuka, Kaori
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Makita, Shuichi

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Daruma, Yui

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Ringmaster

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Ebara, Masashi
Japanese

The Woman Next Door

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Kujira
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Cook, Justin

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Matsuda, Keiichi

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Yang, Guoxiang

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Taniguchi, Hiroyasu

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"Shichiten Battou no Blues (七転八倒のブルース)" by THE PINBALLS

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"Otagai no Uchuu (互いの宇宙)" by JYOCHO

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Jun 15, 2023

OgTo

Recommended

Junji ito deserves more recognition, he's undoubtedly one of the best horror anime writers !
The first episode was funny but later in the anime it gets dark to the point where i couldn't even sleep but he did a good job because that's one of the main objectives of a horror anime.
Would definitely recommend !
But should read the manga first cuz it has more details and looks scarier than the anime .
It contains traumatizing tales of different stories like a snail growing out of a girl's mouth , an attractive women making men fawn over her , making them crazy over her then awaits ...

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Jul 29, 2024

Predat0r_20

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Junji Ito Collection: A Glimpse into Grotesque Genius, with Room for Improvement

As a Junji Ito fan, I eagerly devoured the "Junji Ito Collection" anime, hoping for a chilling translation of his iconic horror manga. While it didn't quite reach the fever pitch of terror the source material conjures, it offered a glimpse into the unsettling brilliance of Ito's mind, leaving me both wanting more and appreciating the challenges of adapting his work.

A Symphony of Shadows (But Maybe Needs a Bass Boost)

One of Ito's greatest strengths is his mastery of black and white. The stark contrasts, the play of light and shadow, all weave a symphony ... of dread that burrows into your subconscious. The anime, while not a slavish copy, attempts to capture this essence. While the vibrant palette occasionally clashes with the intended atmosphere, there are moments where the animation truly shines.

Imperfect Beauty: The Animation's Double-Edged Sword

The animation quality, while not on par with some top-tier productions, has its own unique charm. It's not the fluid, high-budget style you might expect, but rather a deliberate choice that reflects the scratchy, almost dreamlike quality of Ito's art. Some may find it clunky, but I appreciate the attempt to capture the raw, unsettling energy of the manga panels.

However, I can't ignore the moments where the animation falls short. Certain scenes lack the detail and depth that truly bring Ito's grotesque creations to life. The character movements can feel stiff, and the environments occasionally lose the oppressive texture that makes the manga so terrifying.

Whispers of Horror: Where's the Screaming Silence?

One of the things I love most about Ito's work is how it lets the silence and ambiguity do the talking. The anime, unfortunately, leans a bit too heavily on exposition. While some explanation is necessary, the clunky dialogue and overbearing narration sometimes disrupt the flow and dilute the suspense. I longed for more moments where the visuals could speak for themselves, as they do so masterfully in the manga.

A Seed of Hope for Uzumaki and Beyond

Despite its shortcomings, the "Junji Ito Collection" planted a seed of hope for future adaptations. It proved that translating Ito's unique vision to the screen isn't impossible, and with refinement, it could be truly terrifying. The upcoming "Uzumaki" adaptation, with its focus on capturing the intricate black and white style, has me cautiously optimistic.

Conclusion:

"Junji Ito Collection" may not be a perfect translation of the manga's chilling brilliance, but it's a commendable experiment that offers a glimpse into the grotesque genius of Junji Ito. While it left me yearning for the deeper dread and nuanced storytelling of the source material, it also sparked excitement for the potential of future adaptations to do justice to his unsettling masterpieces. If you're a fan of Ito's work, it's worth checking out, but keep an open mind and remember, the true nightmares still reside within the pages of the manga

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Dec 14, 2023

lifemare

Not Recommended

Being a massive fan of Junji Ito's manga, i'm terribly sad to be giving this adaptation such a low score. The same as for the more recent Netflix Maniac.

Horror is quite a peculiar genre, requiring a lot more suspension of disbelief than others and is usually much more effective the more it leaves to the imagination. Which is why it tends to work much better in prose, or graphic novels, where your mind has to fill in a lot more between each sentence or panel with your own personal terrors. This is true for all the greatest horror writers like Poe, Lovecraft, or Stephen King, ...

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