My initial first thoughts when hearing about this movie: If this movie doesn't prove that directors Banjong Pisanthanakun and Parkpoom Wongpoom are Fatal Frame fans, no movie will.

The two Thai directors are responsible for the hit 'Shutter'. Which, while outright doesn't have any nods to the popular videogame series, definately lends similar imagery and the theme of spiritual photography.

Don't get me wrong, I absolutely LOVE Shutter. In fact, you can now get the DVD in the states, and I suggest you go and buy it. Most asian movies, I'd say 'rent first', but this is one of the exceptions.

So, when a girlfriend told me about this movie, I admittedly have been trying desperately to get my hands on something more than just it's taunting trailer. The theme of the movie (ironically, the exact same as found in Fatal Frame II:Crimson Butterfly) concerns twins and the tagline "We promised to be together, forever."

The story centers around the story of a pair of conjoined twins, Pim and Ploy, who are put through a seperation operation...where one of the girls dies. Years later, the surviving twin, who has put her sister's death and her past behind her, must return back to her home and memories. As these memories flow back, Pim starts to realize that these memories aren't just memories...but something..that doesn't want to be forgotten.

The english version of the website is really cool, and well done. (As to be expected, since the Shutter website was just as detailed). It's very english speaker friendly, so intrigued asian horror enthusiasts should check it out.

The full trailer for the movie can be found on youtube.


On a final sidenote....the main music themesong of this movie, is pretty sweet yet eerie at the same time. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8e_bxy9UVxQ

As soon as I get my hands on this movie, I'll give a more full and accurate review of the entire thing.

Laurean Leigh was spirited away at 2:44 PM

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