009 Re:Cyborg
009 Re:Cyborg

009 Re:Cyborg

2012Movie103 minJapanese

009 Re:Cyborg follows a group of nine cyborgs, each of them created by a shadowy organization for use as weapons against humanity. The group turns on their creators to protect the population instead, using the powers given them to fight their creators.

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IMDb6.4/10
Google Users77%
Director: Kenji KamiyamaGenres: Animation, Action, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

In a world where past heroic figures are resurrected as cyborgs to combat a new threat, Joe Shimamura and his fellow 009 cyborgs are called back into action. As they investigate a series of bombings targeting government buildings, they uncover a conspiracy that questions the very nature of their existence and the purpose of their resurrection. The team must confront their pasts and fight for the future of humanity against an unseen enemy.

Critical Reception

009 Re:Cyborg received a mixed to positive reception from critics and audiences, particularly noted for its ambitious storytelling and stunning visual animation. While some praised its mature themes and exploration of identity, others found the plot somewhat convoluted and the pacing uneven. Its faithfulness to the original "Cyborg 009" manga while introducing new elements was a point of discussion.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its distinctive animation style and high-concept science fiction narrative.
  • Appreciated for its introspective themes and exploration of heroism and identity.
  • Criticized by some for a complex plot that can be difficult to follow at times.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the film visually impressive and thought-provoking, with many appreciating the fresh take on the classic "Cyborg 009" story. Some viewers felt the narrative was a bit dense, but overall, the film resonated with fans of anime and science fiction for its unique world-building and action sequences.

Fun Fact

The film's narrative takes place in a version of the world where figures like Abraham Lincoln and Julius Caesar have been resurrected as cyborgs, adding a unique historical twist to the sci-fi premise.

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