Director: Toshikazu Nagae
Starring: Noriko Aoyama and Aoi Nakamura
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In somewhat of a unique twist, Paranormal Activity: Tokyo Night is a Japanese remake (of sorts) of an American film, with the promotional material stating it is "inspired" by the original US version.
Relocating the story to Japan, international student Karuka (Aoyama) has to come home to Tokyo when a car accident renders her temporarily wheelchair bound. When her father goes away on business, she is left with her younger brother (Nakamura) alone in the house, when strange occurrence start happening around the house.
The pair begin to investigate further over several days, leading to a terrifying discovery that will leave both of them fearing for their lives. The names and back stories have changed, but this is without a doubt a retread of the first American film.
The director Nagae appears to bring a grittier, "J-horror" approach to the aesthetic of the film, and takes a lot of inspiration from other films such as Rec, but at its core it is the same film with a different setting. To anyone bemoaning Hollywood's penchant for recycling non-English language films with bland remakes, this will be a refreshing reversal, but beyond that there is nothing here that wasn't in Oren Peli's film.
Key findings of Jenkins report
- Founder of the Muslim Brotherhood, Hassan al Banna, "accepted the political utility of violence"
- Views of key Muslim Brotherhood ideologue, Sayyid Qutb, have “consistently been understood” as permitting “the use of extreme violence in the pursuit of the perfect Islamic society” and “never been institutionally disowned” by the movement.
- Muslim Brotherhood at all levels has repeatedly defended Hamas attacks against Israel, including the use of suicide bombers and the killing of civilians.
- Laying out the report in the House of Commons, David Cameron told MPs: "The main findings of the review support the conclusion that membership of, association with, or influence by the Muslim Brotherhood should be considered as a possible indicator of extremism."
Ovo's tips to find extra heat
- Open your curtains when it’s sunny
- Keep your oven open after cooking
- Have a cuddle with pets and loved ones to help stay cosy
- Eat ginger but avoid chilli as it makes you sweat
- Put on extra layers
- Do a few star jumps
- Avoid alcohol
Get inspired
Here are a couple of Valentine’s Day food products that may or may not go the distance (but have got the internet talking anyway).
Sourdough sentiments: Marks & Spencer in the United Kingdom has introduced a slow-baked sourdough loaf dusted with flour to spell out I (heart) you, at £2 (Dh9.5). While it’s not available in the UAE, there’s nothing to stop you taking the idea and creating your own message of love, stencilled on breakfast-inbed toast.
Crisps playing cupid: Crisp company Tyrells has added a spicy addition to its range for Valentine’s Day. The brand describes the new honey and chilli flavour on Twitter as: “A tenderly bracing duo of the tantalising tingle of chilli with sweet and sticky honey. A helping hand to get your heart racing.” Again, not on sale here, but if you’re tempted you could certainly fashion your own flavour mix (spicy Cheetos and caramel popcorn, anyone?).
Who's who in Yemen conflict
Houthis: Iran-backed rebels who occupy Sanaa and run unrecognised government
Yemeni government: Exiled government in Aden led by eight-member Presidential Leadership Council
Southern Transitional Council: Faction in Yemeni government that seeks autonomy for the south
Habrish 'rebels': Tribal-backed forces feuding with STC over control of oil in government territory
