Naoki Urasawa’s Monster (2004-2005) COMPLETE Series 6x Region Free Blurays
$39.99
Dual Audio, Multiple Subtitle tracks.
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Title: Naoki Urasawa’s Monster (2004–2005)
Genre: Psychological Thriller
Plot Synopsis:
Set in post-Cold War Germany, the series follows Dr. Kenzo Tenma, a renowned Japanese neurosurgeon with a promising career. His life takes a dark turn when he chooses to save a critically wounded young boy over the town’s mayor, defying his superiors’ orders. This decision leads to unforeseen consequences, as the boy, now a charismatic young man, resurfaces nine years later amidst a series of unusual serial murders. Dr. Tenma becomes entangled in a complex web of moral dilemmas and a quest to uncover the truth.
Cast and Crew:
- Director: Masayuki Kojima
- Producer: Toshio Nakatani
- Cast:
- Hidenobu Kiuchi as Dr. Kenzo Tenma
- Nozomu Sasaki as Johan Liebert
- Mamiko Noto as Nina Fortner
- Naoya Uchida as Inspector Lunge
- Junko Takeuchi as Dieter
YouTube Trailer:
Monster Trailer
IMDb Link:
Naoki Urasawa’s Monster (2004–2005)
Reviews from Letterboxd:
- HyperAnalyst – ★★★★★
“A masterpiece of storytelling. Every scene feels essential, and the pacing is immaculate. Urasawa’s storytelling translates beautifully into the anime.” - FilmFreak – ★★★★☆
“Complex, dark, and emotionally resonant. A rare gem in psychological anime.” - MyAnimeReviewer – ★★★★★
“An epic saga that stays with you. Johan Liebert is one of the most chilling villains ever written.” - AnimeFanatic – ★★★★☆
“Gripping from start to finish. Some slower episodes, but the payoff is worth it.” - TheNarrativeNerd – ★★★★★
“Every episode is a piece of art. Monster is what every anime should strive to be.”
Meta Description:
Dive into the gripping psychological thriller Naoki Urasawa’s Monster (2004–2005), a critically acclaimed anime series that explores morality, human nature, and the pursuit of truth. Directed by Masayuki Kojima, this masterpiece is a must-watch for fans of intense storytelling.