A teenager is transported to a parallel world where everyone who shares his family name is being hunted down by the dictatorial government.
Practical Effects
Gonzo creature effects that commit fully despite the budget.
Writing
Absurdist premise executed with zero restraint.
Director
Issei Shibata
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Based on Yusuke Yamada's novel series, which spawned multiple sequels and a 2011 remake—this universe had legs.
The 'Sato purge' satirizes Japan's obsession with homogeneity; Sato being the most common surname makes the premise extra pointed.
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