He wants to use cloning to achieve true immortality and believes himself to be a god.
Inspector Zenigata visits a morgue in Transylvania to confirm that Lupin has been executed. Lupin III: Lupin vs. Fukusei-ningen Episode 1
Unlike the more "family-friendly" versions of Lupin directed by Hayao Miyazaki, this film stays true to the Monkey Punch manga—meaning it’s heavy on adult humor, violence, and cynicism. He wants to use cloning to achieve true
This opening sets the tone for the entire film—it’s gritty, cynical, and far more experimental than the "gentleman thief" vibes of later entries like The Castle of Cagliostro . 🧠 Who is Mamo? Lupin III: Lupin vs. Fukusei-ningen Episode 1