Leviathan: The Last Defense
Leviathan: The Last Defense

Leviathan: The Last Defense

2013TV ShowEnded1 SeasonJapanese

The fantasy world of Aquafall is abound with water and greenery, and populated by dragons and fairies. Meteorites of evil creatures threaten all living things on the planet. The fairy Syrup assembles the Aquafall Defense Force, with three girls of the dragon clans as recruits. The story follows Syrup and the dragon girls Leviathan, Bahamut, and Jörmungandr as they work together to battle enemies and grow up.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Minoru KawasakiGenres: Action, Sci-Fi, Tokusatsu

Plot Summary

In a future where Earth is threatened by alien invaders, humanity's last hope rests on a hidden military base and its powerful guardian, Leviathan. A young pilot must master his connection to this ancient entity to fight off the encroaching alien threat and protect the planet from total annihilation.

Critical Reception

This tokusatsu film received a mixed reception, often praised for its unique creature designs and action sequences reminiscent of classic kaiju films, while criticized for its straightforward plot and sometimes campy dialogue. It found a niche audience among fans of the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its inventive creature designs and energetic kaiju battles.
  • Criticized for a predictable storyline and less-than-stellar visual effects in certain scenes.
  • Appreciated by fans of the tokusatsu genre for its nostalgic elements.

Google audience: Audience reception is difficult to gauge due to limited verifiable reviews. However, general sentiment from forums and fan discussions suggests appreciation for the film's unique monster concepts and the action-packed confrontations, though some found the narrative simplistic.

Fun Fact

The film features Tatsuya Yamaguchi, a former member of the popular Japanese boy band SMAP, in a leading role.

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