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A man forced to bear power and stripped of humanity. A woman skeptical of happiness. Takeshi Hongo, an Augmentation made by SHOCKER, and Ruriko Midorikawa, a rebel of the organization, escape while fighting off assassins. What’s justice? What’s evil? Will this violence end? Despite his power, Hongo tries to remain human. Along with freedom, Ruriko has regained a heart. What paths will they choose?
A young man is transformed into the titular Kamen Rider after being experimented on by the villainous organization SHOCKER. Possessing superhuman abilities, he fights against SHOCKER's monstrous creations, known as Batta-Augments, while grappling with his own identity and the moral implications of his new existence. He is aided by a mysterious woman who shares a connection to his past and the organization's dark secrets.
Shin Kamen Rider was met with strong critical acclaim, praised for its stylish direction, action sequences, and faithful yet fresh take on the original source material. Audiences also responded positively, appreciating its blend of retro aesthetics and modern filmmaking.
Visually stunning with kinetic action and a strong directorial vision.
A respectful and exhilarating homage to the original Kamen Rider.
Captures the essence of the classic series while offering a mature and engaging narrative.
Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly loved the film, highlighting its impressive action choreography, unique visual style, and the director's clear passion for the source material. Many praised its ability to be both a nostalgic throwback and a modern cinematic experience.
Director Hideaki Anno is a lifelong fan of Kamen Rider and previously worked on the animated series 'Kamen Rider Shin,' a fan-made project, before making this official feature film.
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The Climax of the ANNO Shin Trilogy has finally arrived and it does not disappoint. As both a Kamen Rider and Action movie fan, this movie was a motherfucking blessing from God. Not only does it pay great homage and respect to Ishinomori...