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Megalopolis Express Way Trial 4
A boy named Kenichi, has been diagnosed with terminal cancer. His most favorite car is the Skyline GT-R (BNR32). His only wish, was to become a professional driver, like his idol Keiichi Tsuchiya. His older brother sells not only his car (Silvia K's (S13)), but also his father's car as well, in order to buy a Red GT-R (BNR32). The elder brother chose to race on the streets because he knows his Kenichi won't be able to see it by the time he went pro. One day while visiting the tracks, the little boy happened to bump into Tsuchiya and was taken for a ride. As the younger brother's condition becomes worse, and on his deathbed, he makes his older brother promise to become a professional driver, and to beat Tsuchiya in a race.
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Plot Summary
In a dystopian future, a skilled hacker named Kusanagi is tasked with uncovering a conspiracy involving a powerful corporation and a mysterious digital entity known as the "Puppet Master." As Kusanagi delves deeper into the network, she finds herself pursued by government agents and corporate assassins, blurring the lines between reality and the virtual world.
Critical Reception
Megalopolis Express Way Trial 4 received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its innovative animation, complex storyline, and philosophical themes. It is considered a significant work in the cyberpunk anime genre.
What Reviewers Say
Visually stunning with intricate cyberpunk aesthetics.
Explores thought-provoking themes of identity and consciousness.
A complex narrative that rewards attentive viewing.
Google audience: While specific Google user ratings are not readily available for this title, general audience reception highlights its engaging plot and unique visual style.
Fun Fact
The 'Megalopolis Express Way' series is actually a collection of OVAs (Original Video Animations) that were released separately, with Trial 4 being the concluding installment.
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