Urotsukidōji II: Legend of the Demon Womb
Urotsukidōji II: Legend of the Demon Womb

Urotsukidōji II: Legend of the Demon Womb

1991Movie98 minJapanese

In this sequel to Urotsukidoji: Legend of the Overfiend, the unbelievable sexual violence of the Overfiend and his cohorts from Hell continues to wreak havoc on the earth. Who can stop this relentless onslaught? Urotsukidōji II: Legend of the Demon Womb was originally released as a 2 episode OVA series from December 1, 1990 to April 10, 1991 but was later re-release as a compilation film on July 21, 1991.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Hideki TakayamaGenres: Horror, Animation, Action, Fantasy

Plot Summary

In this continuation of the Urotsukidōji saga, the ancient demon beast emerges from its sealed confinement, threatening to plunge the world into an age of darkness. A young shaman named Jō is tasked with preventing this cataclysm, wielding an ancient power to battle the encroaching demonic forces. He must confront the monstrous creations and the corrupted humans who serve them, all while grappling with his own destiny.

Critical Reception

Urotsukidōji II is known for its extreme violence, graphic content, and surreal, nightmarish imagery, which are hallmarks of the original OVAs. While it garnered a cult following for its unapologetic horror and animation style, it was also heavily criticized for its gratuitous gore and disturbing themes, making it a polarizing entry in the series.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its relentless gore and disturbing visual style that pushes the boundaries of animated horror.
  • Criticized for its overwhelming violence and often incomprehensible, nightmarish plot that can be difficult to follow.
  • Considered a quintessential example of the extreme and often transgressive nature of 1980s and 1990s OVA anime.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's shocking and grotesque imagery, with some appreciating its unique brand of extreme horror and others finding it repulsive and overly graphic. It's typically recommended for seasoned fans of dark and violent animation.

Fun Fact

The 'Demon Womb' concept itself is derived from Japanese mythology and folklore, representing a primordial, chaotic entity that must be contained to maintain balance.

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