We begin with Tomie's funeral, revealing she was murdered and mutilated. Her teacher discusses the incident, only for Tomie herself to casually appear. Flashbacks detail the gruesome incident.
The anime's main issue lies in pacing. Adapting twenty manga chapters into twenty minutes necessitates cuts, hindering the horror's buildup. Despite this, the premise remains strong, and while not overly frightening, it's unsettling.
Characterization suffers in the anime. Limited time leaves characters underdeveloped and generic, lacking likability.
Artwork is commendable, with subdued yet impactful body horror. The deliberate framing maximizes disturbing scenes.
Sound and acting are adequate, but lack complexity due to shallow characters.
Improvements include lengthening the runtime for depth, adding complexity to characters, and further developing major plot points.
In conclusion, while visually striking with a solid premise and atmosphere, the anime's brevity hampers its potential. Though not awful, it falls short of fully realizing the Itou Junji classic, earning a 7/10 for its short horror experience and untapped potential.
