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This disturbing Japanese thriller follows Aoyama (Ryo Ishibashi), a widower who decides to start dating again. Aided by a film-producer friend (Miyuki Matsuda), Aoyama uses auditions for a fake production to function as a dating service. When Aoyama becomes intrigued by the withdrawn, gorgeous Asami (Eihi Shiina), they begin a relationship. However, he begins to realize that Asami isn't as reserved as she appears to be, leading to gradually increased tension and a harrowing climax.
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An audacious, unsettling Japanese horror film from director Takashi Miike, Audition entertains as both a grisly shocker and a psychological drama.

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Chuck Bowen Slant Magazine The film is a brutal examination of social isolation and malaise, and the gulf that often exists between men and women. Rated: 4/4 Jul 1, 2019 Full Review Peter Bradshaw Guardian A stomach-turning masterpiece. Rated: 5/5 Dec 10, 2015 Full Review Jim Sullivan Boston Globe This movie, at just under two hours, is a long crawl from inception to climax. Rated: 2/4 Nov 30, 2001 Full Review Patrick Cavanaugh The Wolfman Cometh A chilling enough depiction of human desperation before any of the extreme terror fully kicks off. Rated: 4/5 Sep 12, 2025 Full Review Stephanie Archer Film Inquiry Audition is a slow burner of a horror, an almost perfect example of a frog in boiling water. Nov 2, 2023 Full Review Carolyn Hinds JoySauce.com A film I’ve seen once and I’m not sure I’ll ever see again because it’s so effectively disturbing, which is exactly what you want with a horror film. I’ve never looked at piano wire the same way again. Nov 9, 2022 Full Review Read all reviews

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Aiden A. ONE OF GREATEST MOVIES EVER I SEEN!!! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/12/25 Full Review Aiden A. BEST MOVIES EVER I SEEN!!! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/12/25 Full Review Zeferino P. It took a while to get started but was worth it It was never boring during the first half It made me cringe when it reached its peak I throughly enjoyed watching this Rated 4 out of 5 stars 09/12/25 Full Review Alejandra C slow burn but dang its good. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 09/05/25 Full Review Kyle C Audition: 4.5/5 A slow burn with a big payoff. Eihi Shiina (Asami) is unsettlingly effective—creepy in a way that’s hard to pin down. The film digs into how trauma can manifest unpredictably, blurring the line between victim and perpetrator. The final act plays almost like a dream sequence, leaving you unsure of what’s real, with symbolism that’s both strong and disturbing. It all builds to a satisfyingly terrifying conclusion. Don’t watch if you’re squeamish about needles. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 09/01/25 Full Review Kenneth L I am not sure what to make of this film. It was well-made and definitely had my attention. But, when it was over, I was not sure what I had just watched. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 08/21/25 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis This disturbing Japanese thriller follows Aoyama (Ryo Ishibashi), a widower who decides to start dating again. Aided by a film-producer friend (Miyuki Matsuda), Aoyama uses auditions for a fake production to function as a dating service. When Aoyama becomes intrigued by the withdrawn, gorgeous Asami (Eihi Shiina), they begin a relationship. However, he begins to realize that Asami isn't as reserved as she appears to be, leading to gradually increased tension and a harrowing climax.
Director
Takashi Miike
Producer
Satoshi Fukushima, Akemi Suyama
Screenwriter
Daisuke Tengan, Ryu Murakami
Production Co
Omega Project
Genre
Horror
Original Language
Japanese
Release Date (Streaming)
Feb 19, 2015
Box Office (Gross USA)
$110.8K
Runtime
1h 55m
Aspect Ratio
Flat (1.85:1)
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