Come Back Mrs. Noah

In the near future of 1978, a sentient supercomputer named 'Organ' controls all aspects of society, including the daily lives of its citizens. When a peculiar malfunction causes the computer to repeatedly broadcast a bizarre message, a team of scientists, led by the brilliant but eccentric Dr. Nambara, must race against time to understand and fix the anomaly before it causes irreparable chaos. Their investigation leads them to uncover a deeply human element behind the technological breakdown, involving a nostalgic housewife named Mrs. Noah.

Come Back, Mrs. Noah was a unique and somewhat bewildering entry in Japanese science fiction cinema. While its ambition and creative premise were often noted, its blend of absurd comedy and existential themes divided audiences and critics. It has since gained a cult following for its quirky storytelling and peculiar charm, appreciated more for its idiosyncrasies than for conventional filmmaking.

• Praised for its inventive and surreal conceptualization of artificial intelligence.

• Often cited for its peculiar blend of dark humor and philosophical musings.

• Some found the narrative convoluted and the humor too niche, leading to a polarizing reception.

Google audience: Audience reception is difficult to gauge definitively due to the film's niche status and age, but it is generally appreciated by those who seek out experimental and offbeat science fiction cinema. Viewers often highlight its unique 'mind-bending' qualities and memorable, if strange, characters.

The film's title and the character of Mrs. Noah are a playful reference to the biblical story of Noah's Ark, symbolizing a strange form of salvation or preservation amidst technological excess.