Neon City Files

In the dystopian metropolis of Neo-Veridian, Detective Kaito Ishikawa navigates a city choked by neon glow and corporate corruption. Tasked with solving the murder of a bio-engineered scientist, Kaito uncovers a conspiracy that reaches the highest echelons of the city's ruling elite. He must race against time, utilizing advanced cybernetics and his own fractured past, to expose the truth before Neo-Veridian succumbs to its own manufactured reality.

Neon City Files received a mixed to positive reception, praised for its atmospheric visuals and ambitious world-building, but criticized by some for its convoluted plot and underdeveloped characters.

• Visually stunning with impressive cyberpunk aesthetics.

• Intriguing premise hampered by pacing issues and predictable twists.

• A solid effort in the sci-fi noir genre, though it doesn't quite reach its full potential.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's captivating visual style and immersive atmosphere, with many appreciating the neo-noir elements. However, some viewers found the narrative to be somewhat generic and the character development lacking.

Nominated for Best Production Design at the Golden Raspberry Awards (2020).

The distinctive neon aesthetic of Neo-Veridian was heavily inspired by the Shibuya district in Tokyo, with the filmmakers spending months documenting its vibrant street life and signage.