Ju-On 2
Horror screen queen Kyoko Harase is at a crossroads in her life and career when she signs on to do a TV special investigating a haunted house. Soon after the project wraps, though, she and everyone connected with the show are plagued by mysterious disappearances and deaths. While this sequel to themangathat became the movieThe Grudgeisn't quite as moody or cutting-edge, it has plenty of scary moments and menacing twists, and a slow start still leads to a worthwhile payoff. The art vacillates between traditionalmangaand a looser, more atmospheric style for the creepy bits. Fans of theThe Grudgewill consider this a must read; have it ready when the movie sequel hits theaters.Tina ColemanCopyright © American Library Association. All rights reserved