Grand Guignol (2022)
A chilling mystery unfolds in an isolated school. Dark secrets, gruesome deaths, and unexpected twists await. Dive into this horror-tinged drama.
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| Original Title | グランギニョール |
|---|---|
| Duration | 84 mins |
| Status | Released |
| Year | 2022 |
| Release Date | October 28, 2022 |
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Synopsis
Set in a solitary island school where only students who have caused problems are gathered, and communication from the world is cut off. Homura Itsuki comes to the school as a transfer student. At the school, there is a study group for the 19th-century French cruel drama "Grand Guignol", and Itsuki ends up joining that study group. In addition to the members of the study group, the teachers who manage them, the head chef, the mysterious new teacher, and other people who gather at the school are somewhat suspicious. And finally, a serial murder case like "Grand Guignol" occurs. On an isolated island with no way to escape, Itsuki and his friends are caught up in the vortex of fear of death and love and hate between men.
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Editor's Review
Grand Guignol is a film that defies expectations, blending elements of horror, mystery, and romance. Set in an isolated school, the story revolves around four troubled students who are part of a study group focused on the Grand Guignol theater tradition. When two new characters—a mysterious teacher and a transfer student named Homura Itsuki—join the group, events take a dark turn.
The film wastes no time in establishing an eerie atmosphere. Shot primarily within the confines of the school building, it manages to create tension and foreboding throughout. As viewers, we sense that something sinister is lurking just beyond the walls.
The horror in Grand Guignol is visceral and unapologetic. Creative death scenes abound, with gallons of blood spraying during each kill. Heads roll post-decapitation, and the violence is relentless. The camera work, at times shaky, adds to the sense of dread, although it occasionally feels overdone.
Amidst the gore, there’s a mystery to unravel. A strange figure begins targeting students and faculty, leaving the school’s residents trapped on the island. With no escape until the next day’s boat arrives, they must survive the horrific night and capture the killer. But is everything as it seems? Are the kills staged, or is there a real murderer among them?
The acting is commendable, with standout performances from the cast. While the film is tagged as BL (Boys’ Love), it isn’t the central plot. Instead, it invites audiences to form their own interpretations and theories. The ending leaves us pondering the truth behind the gruesome events.
In summary, Grand Guignol is not your typical romance. It’s a rollercoaster of horror, suspense, and unexpected twists. Brace yourself for a wild ride—you might just sustain genuine trauma. And if you decide to watch it again, consider blindfolds and earplugs.