Goku Midnight Eye
Goku Midnight Eye

Goku Midnight Eye

1989TV ShowEnded1 SeasonJapanese

Goku is a detective who has an "eye of god", a mysterious group gave him this artificial eye that enables him to control any computer.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Kazuo KomizuGenres: Anime, Action, Sci-Fi, Horror, OVA

Plot Summary

In a futuristic Tokyo, a detective named Goku is assigned to investigate a series of bizarre murders. These murders are linked to a powerful cybernetic organization that experiments with human consciousness. Goku must confront his own past and fight against the technologically advanced criminals to prevent a global catastrophe.

Critical Reception

Goku Midnight Eye is a cult classic OVA known for its dark, gritty atmosphere and mature themes. While not as widely recognized as some other anime of its era, it has garnered a dedicated following for its unique visual style and ambitious, albeit sometimes convoluted, narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its distinctive, cyberpunk-inspired animation and dark tone.
  • Criticized for a somewhat confusing plot that doesn't fully deliver on its potential.
  • Appreciated for its mature themes and action sequences within the OVA format.

Google audience: Audience reception is limited due to its niche status, but generally, those who appreciate darker, experimental anime enjoy its unique visual aesthetic and mature storytelling.

Fun Fact

The OVA was based on a manga by Hiroshiatsu Morishige, and its dystopian vision of Tokyo influenced later cyberpunk anime.

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GenerationofSwine

GenerationofSwin...

OK, what, a dude that wears a suit and tie and no shirt, a stripper that is part motorcycle, an implant, and a story that doesn't make any sense at all. Bionic eyes and anime nudity. Yeah, I can't say that I enjoyed this