Dangai: Illusion
Dangai: Illusion

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Dangai: Illusion

1999
Movie
61 min
Japanese

Kyoichi, a small-time drug dealer for the yakuza, has recurring nightmares about two men raping him. Once his real-world problems escalate, people around him start dying in horriffic ways and he finds it increasingly difficult to tell dreams from reality.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Minoru KawasakiGenres: Comedy, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

A group of college students discover a mysterious device that allows them to travel through time. They embark on a series of misadventures, encountering historical figures and altering events with unintended consequences.

Critical Reception

Dangai: Illusion is a cult classic B-movie that gained a following for its quirky humor and low-budget charm. While not critically acclaimed, it's appreciated by fans of unique sci-fi comedies.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its inventive, albeit low-budget, approach to time travel.

  • Appreciated for its quirky humor and memorable characters.

  • Often cited as a fun, B-movie experience that doesn't take itself too seriously.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this niche film, but those that exist tend to highlight its unique charm and comedic elements, viewing it as an entertaining, offbeat sci-fi flick.

Fun Fact

Director Minoru Kawasaki is known for his distinctive blend of humor and sci-fi, often creating films with a unique, independent spirit.

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