In1998 , Ringu , a horror mystery , broke all box-office records in Japan and went on to achieve global recognition and appreciation .

1998年，恐怖悬疑片《午夜凶铃》打破了日本的所有票房纪录，并获得全球的赞许。

It turned out OK , as compared to the original , featuring good acting performances , nice locations , and not too much detraction from the story of Ringu .

与原片相比，这次翻拍尚算成功：演员表现出色、场景设置贴切、对于原版情节的改动也不大。