K-Horror

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K-Horror is the term given to horror films made in Korea. The term literally means "Korean Horror."

The term itself emerged to somewhat distinguish from and follow the enormous success of the horror films in Japan, which itself was initiated by the film Ringu. This movement in Japan was tentatively called J-Horror.

K-Horror features many of the same motifs, themes, and imagery as J-Horror, but set to local venue and cultural elements. K-Horror movies tend to focus on suffering and anguish of the characters rather than over-the-top gore effects.

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[edit] List of notable films

[edit] Korean horror directors

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