Serial Experiments Lain TV Series (1998) | Region Free 2-Disc (Blu-Ray) Set

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Title: Serial Experiments Lain (1998)

Genre: Animation, Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Synopsis:
Lain Iwakura, a shy and introverted teenage girl, receives an unsettling email from a recently deceased classmate, drawing her into the mysterious realm of the Wired—a virtual network resembling the internet. As Lain explores this eerie digital frontier, her grip on reality begins to unravel. The boundaries between the physical and digital worlds blur, and Lain is confronted with philosophical questions about consciousness, identity, and existence. Her transformation from a quiet schoolgirl into a pivotal figure within the Wired challenges the fabric of reality itself.

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Cast and Crew:

• Director: Ryutaro Nakamura

• Writers: Chiaki J. Konaka

• Cast:

  • Kaori Shimizu as Lain Iwakura

  • Bridget Hoffman as Lain Iwakura (English voice)

  • Ayako Kawasumi as Alice Mizuki

  • Yōko Asada as Reika Yamamoto

  • Jin Yamanoi as Yasuo Iwakura

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IMDb Link: Serial Experiments Lain (1998) 

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Reviews from Letterboxd:

1. louferrigno – ★★★★★
   “Few series have had their legacy defined by mystique and complete obliqueness like Serial Experiments Lain, delving into complex themes like the nature of reality, identity, and communication.”

2. Jaime Rebanal – ★★★★★
   “Serial Experiments Lain showcases one of the highest points that animation could ever manage to achieve… a philosophical experience that deserves to be sought out by many more.”

3. kizpipisi – ★★★★½
   “It’s mainly about projecting the feeling of a child who grew up on the internet into your mind in 5 hours, only it was made like 15 years earlier than expected.”

4. soviet – ★★★★★
   “Unmatched atmosphere, iconic sound design, and an experience that leaves you with more questions than answers—in the best way possible.”

5. kat – ★★★★★
   “The internet as a haunting, spiritual space. I come back to this series every few years and always find something new lurking in the static.”

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Meta Description:
Dive into the eerie digital world of Serial Experiments Lain (1998), a groundbreaking anime series exploring identity, technology, and the blurred lines between reality and cyberspace. Featuring philosophical depth and haunting visuals, this cult classic is a must-watch for fans of cerebral science fiction.