Shigeharu, who has been mourning his wife—whom he lost years ago—in a quiet home, finally comes to terms with the idea of bringing someone new into his life. He organizes a film audition and becomes captivated by the young, elegant woman he selects from among the candidates. Directed by Takashi Miike, this film begins at first glance as a calmly unfolding drama, but slowly drags the viewer into the darkest and most terrifying recesses of the human psyche. This unsettling horror classic of Japanese cinema traps the viewer in a suspense-filled wait with its details that strip away the mask of innocence.