Mardock Scramble: The Second Combustion
Second film of the Mardock Scramble series. Balot and a severely injured Oeufcoque seem to be at the mercy of an obsessed Boiled. Dr. Easter comes to the rescue and the group escapes to "Paradise" where many secrets of Mardock lie and where Balot will need to come to a decision herself about what she will and can do.
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Plot Summary
In a desolate future, a young woman named Rune is brought back to life as a cyborg after being brutally murdered. Her existence is now tied to a powerful, illegal substance called "Shell", which can grant immortality. Hunted by those who want the Shell for themselves and pursued by an entity known as "The Economist", Rune must navigate a dangerous world of corporate espionage and bio-mechanical warfare. With her fragmented memories and a newfound weaponized body, she seeks justice for her past and a way to control her dangerous future.
Critical Reception
While the 'Mardock Scramble' series, including 'The Second Combustion', is known for its dark themes and intense animation, it has garnered a niche following among anime enthusiasts. Critical reception often highlights its unique visual style and mature, complex narrative, though some find its plot convoluted and its violence gratuitous. It's generally considered a bold, albeit divisive, entry in the cyberpunk anime genre.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its striking, fluid animation and imaginative cyberpunk world-building.
- Criticized by some for a dense and occasionally difficult-to-follow plot.
- Noted for its mature themes and unflinching depiction of violence.
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Fun Fact
The 'Mardock Scramble' series is based on a novel of the same name by Japanese author Tow Ubukata, who also wrote the screenplay for the anime adaptations.
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