This essay will look at the relationship between American and Japanese cinema and explore how the two countries overcame cultural differences in order to develop a successful horror film cycle.
Indeed, its folkloric legends and eerie aesthetics have in many ways revolutionised the horror genre. In the past decade, few countries have received more attention from Hollywood than Japan. However, from the Soviet montage to the French New Wave, the evolution of American cinema has always drawn inspiration from other nations. Since the early days of filmmaking, the dominance of Hollywood over World cinema has been undeniable.
