Wicked City(1987) -

: Originally intended as a 35-minute short, investors were so impressed by the first 15 minutes of animation that they extended the runtime to a full 80-minute feature.

: Radical demon factions seek to block the renewal of the treaty to launch an all-out invasion of Earth.

: The film explores neo-noir intrigue, forbidden romance between different species, and the thin veil between reality and a nightmare dimension. Key Features & Legacy Wicked City(1987)

: Taki Renzaburo, a human "Black Guard" agent, and Makie, a beautiful demon agent, are assigned to protect a lecherous but vital diplomat, Giuseppe Mayart, who must sign the new treaty.

: Known for its "nauseating neon" and "oversaturated blues," the film uses heavy black shadowing and detailed hand-drawn art to create a suffocating, atmospheric horror. : Originally intended as a 35-minute short, investors

: It is notorious for explicit graphic violence, sexual content (including body horror), and dark psychological themes, making it strictly for adult audiences.

: The success of the anime led to a 1992 Hong Kong live-action adaptation produced by Tsui Hark . Production Credits Director Yoshiaki Kawajiri Original Author Hideyuki Kikuchi Studio Release Year Key Features & Legacy : Taki Renzaburo, a

The story is set in a world where a secret peace treaty has existed for centuries between the human world and the "Black World," a parallel dimension of shapeshifting demons.