Wicked City
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Movie Reviews of Wicked City
Movie Review: Truly Wicked....Not for the Timid
Summary: 4 Stars
Wicked City is an animated film aimed at ADULTS with a MATURE MINDSET. Do not come into this movie expecting "Sponge Bob", "Pokemon", "Mickey Mouse" or even "Justice League animation with Superman & Batman".
Here's a break down of my ratings for the movie:
ANIMATION: 9/10
STORY: 6/10
CHARACTER DESIGN: 9/10
IMAGINATION & VISUALS: 8/10
So, OVERALL: 8/10
If you're already familiar Japanese Animation then the elements in this movie may be nothing new to you. But if you are a new comer then this movie may surprise you, shock you, or even offend you. But thank God for "Freedom of Speech" and "Freedom of Expression" because that is what WICKED CITY excels at with its presentations of horror, imaginative visuals, and story telling.
I first watched this film back in the mid-1990's when Japanese Animation was just getting its over due recognition in the United States. One of the great things about Japanese animation is that there are literally all Genre's within the realm of animation. There exist comedies, love stories, action, science fiction, mecha, dramas, martial arts....etc. This film happens to be an adult-themed horror/science fiction movie. If you like variety in the movies and animated films that you watch then this will be an interesting film for you.
But be warned, it lives up to its title of being TRULY WICKED. (For Open-Minded Viewers Only)
Movie Review: AMAZON'S REVIEW RE 'FANGED GENITALIA' WASN'T OVERSTATEMENT
Summary: 4 Stars
. . . it was just the tip of the iceberg. Nothing graphic, or objectionably too-realistic (pornographic) but prurient in an adolescent way. The dated but still good animation cuts down an X-rating to a light R. Dubbing, which one reviewer dinged, seemed fine to me; actually the inflection and 'acting' was pretty good. I was entertained, with not a few smirks throughout.
One of the better animes within this soft-porn/action genre. Could've been a pretty good movie; the CGI treatment would be interesting to see. If anyone wants to see a Japanese movie of this sort, see ICHI THE KILLER or FUDOH.
Movie Review: Now this is anime, hardcore style...
Summary: 4 Stars
Wicked City is by far the nastiest, sickest, most twisted anime I have ever laid my eyes upon, and I love it!!! While the storyline is far from original, there's enough blood, gore, nudity, and sex to keep you interested. But be warned, if you have a weak stomach and are turned off by grotesque sexual imagery, this is not for you. (I really sound like a freak don't I?)Movie Review: Wicked grapics
Summary: 4 Stars
Wicked City has intense animation! It is truly manga! It's a bit short but the story was still good. The ending left an opening for a sequel.Movie Review: Wicked City...not for the weak-minded
Summary: 3 Stars
CONTENT:Ok, if you are reluctant of this movie because people tell you that its really gory/sex-oriented, then I feel you should see it for yourself. I was severely disapointed on how little this made me cringe. Yes, there is sex. Yes, there is gore. But NO, its not as bad as everyone says...unless you are easily grossed out. There is probably one sex-like scene that made me squint, but otherwise nothing is that bad in this. The worst you will see as far as nudity is concerned is female breasts and butts...there are a few questionable parts though (the spider-woman's use of her vaginal area for where she removes webbing).
The gore factor isn't as terrible as people say. If you really want gore, then see some of the Hentai titles like Midnight Panther, or Demon Beast Invasion and this will seem like child's play.
PLOT:
The story isn't that bad, but it tends to lean towards female abuse and/or taking advantage of the female body. The ending is what made me keep the DVD because it seemed like it leaned away from the over-used sex scenes and towards an actual story.
DVD:
The DVD is good, and it offers a lengthly interview with the director, bios on the characters, and the original trailer. The menu is also easily navicable, which is a plus for these types of movies. Also, as usual, the Japanese and English versions are available with the Japanese version creaming the dub as far as quality.
OVERALL:
To sum this movie/dvd up, I would say its like Ninja Scroll with sex and demons instead of nudity and ninjas. I would get this DVD is you are a fan of Ninja Scroll, Demon City Shinjuku, or a Wind Named Amnesia.