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Kazuo Umezu's Horror Theater: The Wish

Kazuo Umezu's Horror Theater: The Wish

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2005
0h 50m
5.7(10 votes)
Horror

Overview

A lonely schoolboy discovers a block of wood carved into the shape of a human head. Seeking companionship he and the puppet-doll become best playmates. Soon things begin to change and the situation goes from innocent to downright sinister.

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Pony Canyon
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