The film's masterful storytelling did its job. The message was clear. No need to overdo.

Exactly the movie you think it is, but not the movie you want it to be.

I enjoyed watching this film and would recommend other to give it a try , (as I am) but this movie, although enjoyable to watch due to the better than average acting fails to add anything new to its storyline that is all too familiar to these types of movies.

It’s sentimental, ridiculously long and only occasionally funny

This is the story of an American girl that gets chased by a Japanese looking Chinese ghost of another girl who is wearing some sort of Venetian mask. There is also a Chinese-American cop who follows her since she had been declared dead but eventually had come back to life the very moment an employee of the morgue tried molesting her. The whole movie is kept in a dusty grayish blue. No matter how dramatic the scenery, the actors exchange phrases in a dull, monotonous voice. The first time I tried to watch the movie, I fell asleep but I gave it another try the next day, hoping something would happen at some point. Nope. I found myself in the situation where the only exciting thing I was still expecting to happen would have been a topless scene but this expectation got shattered when she took a bath and almost every inch of her skin was covered, even when she nearly drowned and got saved by the Chinese-American cop. That's where I gave up. This movie is a waste of everything but talent and I won't ever watch a movie featuring Miss Sowa again unless... well you know unless what.

I love suspense and horror films...and have given fair chances to many films out there which were given very poor reviews in the past.....I try to find something that was positive to write about after watching a film. But after watching "The Fugue" I could not put my finger on one thing that was anywhere near positive! The acting was horrible, the direction was pathetic, and the story was so badly written a high school student could have done a better job! It has also been a very long time since I have seen special effects so bad that they were laughable! I gave this movie every chance to find something good to write about but I can honestly say that this has to be one of the worst movies I have ever seen...

Fast paced film that keeps the audience intensely involved. For those familiar with Washington, DC, the shots provide glimpses of recognizable landmarks as well as the hidden, dark quarters of DC apartment living. The cinematography is magnificent and is interesting visually. Because of the musical background and intriguing camera angles, the suspense can be overwhelming. Actually, the musical selections were great choices that enhance the film's scary momentum. In addition, for those fans of special effects, this movie has several quirky unforgettable moments. You will find yourself on the edge of your seat, peeking out of the corners of your fingers and becoming a cheerleader for the vulnerable characters. Bravo to the director who made terrific cast choices.

If you like films such as "The Grudge" or "The Ring" (U.S. or foreign versions) then you'll really enjoy this stylish horror film. It's smart and scary. There's a sense of craftsmanship about the choices the director made - he's done his homework in this particular genre. Other Indie / low budget filmmakers can learn from this movie: it's possible to make a very good film if you start with a good story, work with strong actors and know what you're doing in the editing suite. Shot on a modest budget (I was at a screening and the Director told us how much it cost) this movie feels much bigger than the dollars that were spent making it. Apart from production, the film is very well acted and very, very creepy! If you enjoy this genre, you will like this film!