Doberman Deka
Doberman Deka

Doberman Deka

1996Movie81 minJapanese

V-Cinema version of Doberman-Deka Kano faces a group of foreign thieves who killed all the guests and hostesses at a club in Ginza. There was a drug smell behind the thieves.

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IMDb6.6/10
Director: Kazuyoshi KatayamaGenres: Action, Crime, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

In a futuristic, crime-ridden Japan, a disgraced detective, Kazuo Kirishima, is cybernetically enhanced with a powerful prosthetic arm and partnered with a female officer. Together, they form the "Doberman Deka" unit, tasked with taking down a ruthless yakuza syndicate that is using illegal cybernetic enhancements to gain an advantage. Their mission becomes intensely personal as they uncover corruption within the police force itself.

Critical Reception

Doberman Deka was a modest success in Japan, appreciated for its stylish cyberpunk aesthetic and intense action sequences. While not a critical darling internationally, it gained a cult following among fans of Japanese action and sci-fi cinema for its gritty tone and over-the-top violence.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique cyberpunk visuals and energetic fight choreography.
  • Some viewers found the plot to be somewhat derivative of other sci-fi action films.
  • The film's blend of gritty crime drama and futuristic technology was a notable aspect.

Google audience: Audience reception for Doberman Deka is limited due to its niche appeal, but generally positive among fans of the genre who appreciate its stylish action and futuristic setting.

Fun Fact

The film is based on a manga of the same name by Takuya Watanabe, which ran in Weekly Young Jump.

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