"The Dreaming Demon" (夢中のデモン) is a Japanese horror film that was released in 2008. The movie is directed by Kōji Shiraishi and stars a number of Japanese actors, including Yūri Muramatsu, Yūya Ishikawa, and Yūki Miyoshi.
The plot of "The Dreaming Demon" revolves around a group of friends who decide to visit a supposedly haunted house in order to find evidence of the supernatural. However, they soon discover that the house is inhabited by a malevolent spirit known as the "Dreaming Demon," which begins to terrorize them and pick them off one by one.
As the friends fight to survive, they uncover the dark history of the house and the tragic events that led to the creation of the Dreaming Demon. The film is known for its intense and graphic scenes, as well as its exploration of themes such as grief, guilt, and the consequences of one's actions.
"The Dreaming Demon" is a part of the "J-horror" genre, which became popular in the late 1990s and early 2000s with films such as "The Ring" and "The Grudge." These films are characterized by their use of supernatural elements, psychological horror, and a focus on atmosphere and suspense rather than gore.