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Occult is a 2009 Japanese horror film directed by Koji Shiraishi, structured as a found-footage mockumentary investigating a series of supernatural events. The director casts himself in the narrative as a filmmaker documenting a man who claims to be cursed by extraterrestrial or cosmic entities following a random stabbing. As the investigation deepens, the footage blurs the line between reality and paranormal phenomenon, drawing heavy inspiration from cosmic horror. The film is designed for viewers of J-horror and pseudo-documentary cinema.

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What is Occult about?

Occult is a 2009 Japanese found-footage horror film directed by Koji Shiraishi. It follows a filmmaker documenting a man who claims to be cursed by extraterrestrial or supernatural forces.

Who directed Occult?

Koji Shiraishi directed Occult and also appears in the film's narrative as a filmmaker. His involvement strengthens the mockumentary style.

Is Occult presented as a documentary?

It is structured as a found-footage mockumentary rather than a conventional fictional horror film. The camera follows an investigation into a man's disturbing claims and unexplained events.

What kind of supernatural threat appears in Occult?

The story connects the man's curse with extraterrestrial or other unexplained forces. The film leaves the investigation deliberately uncertain, using documentary-style footage to build tension.

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