A strange virus known as the Demon Virus, attacks the human genetic code, transforming people into monsters with demonic powers. One particular monster is terrorizing the streets of Tokyo. ripping open young women to devour their livers. A famed psychic holds the secret to the identity and purpose of this monster. Now it is up to two molecular biologists. self-proclaimed Bio Hunters Komada and Koshigaya, to reach the psychic and his beautiful daughter before its too late! The Demon Virus is out to conquer the world.
Direction
Kawajiri's hyper-stylized creature designs hit different.
Practical Effects
Hand-drawn transformation sequences that aged like nightmares.
Editing
58 minutes, zero breathing room, absolute commitment.
Director
Yuzo Sato
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Released during anime's 1990s OVA boom when creators competed to out-shock each other. Bio Hunter keeps it almost tasteful by comparison.
Yoshiaki Kawajiri later directed Ninja Scroll and Vampire Hunter D: Bloodlust—this is his warm-up for prettier carnage.
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