Japanese horror movies focus on eerie atmospheres and existential chills, not cheap thrills or gore. Examples like "Dark Water," "Pulse," and "Ju-on: The Grudge" redefine fear with unexplained dread.

Written and directed by and starring Syamsul Yusof, Munafik struck a deep chord with Malaysians, earning its place as the country’s top horror film. He blends faith, morality and supernatural horror ...