盂蘭神功
Hungry Ghost Ritual
During the seventh lunar month, when the veil between worlds grows thin, restless spirits walk among the living. This ancient belief forms the chilling backdrop for Hungry Ghost Ritual, a 2014 supernatural horror film that delves into the terrifying consequences of a tradition gone wrong. The story centers on a struggling opera troupe that decides to perform during the ghost month, a time when such activities are strictly forbidden. Their desperate attempt to attract an audience inadvertently invites malevolent forces, turning their theater into a haunted ground where past sins and vengeful spirits seek retribution. Blending elements of cultural horror with a gripping family drama, the film explores themes of familial duty, ancestral curses, and the price of ignoring tradition. As the characters are forced to confront the dark secrets of their lineage, the Hungry Ghost Ritual becomes a desperate struggle for survival against supernatural forces they can no longer control. Viewers who appreciate atmospheric horror rooted in authentic Asian folklore will find this 2014 thriller particularly compelling, offering both genuine scares and a poignant look at the bonds that tie generations together, even in death. The film serves as a stark reminder that some doors, once opened, can never be closed.









