When They Cry - Higurashi (2006)

After moving into the quiet town of Hinamizawa, Maebara Keiichi spends his days blissfully in school often playing games with his local friends. However, appearances can be deceiving. One fateful day, Keiichi stumbles upon news of a murder that had occurred in Hinamizawa. From this point on, horrific events unfold in front of Keiichi, as he soon learns his close friends may not be all that they seem.

Released April 5, 2006 1200 min Episode 24 min 17+

Genres: Animation, Anime, Anime: Psychological, Drama, Horror, Mystery

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