Cast
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Junko Asami
as Kazuo's Lover (voice)
Yuzuru Fujimoto
as Otani (voice)
Tomoko Furakawa
as Minako (voice)
Kazuo Hayashi
as Masayoshi (voice)
Kenyu Horiuchi
as Keisuke Iwazaki /Rapeman (voice)
Takao Ishii
as Client (voice)
Masako Katsuki
as Maki Otani /Red Cat (voice)
Satomi Korogi
as Yuka Ichimonji (voice)
Rie Matsubara
as Miho (voice)
Kenichi Ono
as Tatsuo (voice)
Katsumi Suzuki
as Kazuo (voice)
Fumihiko Tachiki
as Bodyguard (voice)
Kumiko Takizawa
as Yuka's Mother (voice)
Mahito Tsujimura
as Tadao Haraoka (voice)
Ryuuzaburou Ootomo
as Yuka's Father (voice)
Crew
Director
- Shunji Yoshida
Producer
- Tomoyuki Imai
- Kotaro Ran
- Jirou Souka
- Kenji Sujiyama
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Animation/Horror film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. The Rapeman Anime Version presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Shunji Yoshida brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1994, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of The Rapeman Anime Version took approximately 31 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 52 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 97 minutes long.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- The musical score contains over 31 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 1994, when this film was released:
- Digital technology was transforming the entertainment industry.
- The end of the Cold War was reshaping global politics.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: October 28, 1994
- Runtime: 52m