The Island of Giant Insects

Synopsis

The Island of Giant Insects, a Japanese horror anime film released in 2020, follows a group of survivors stranded on an island infested with monstrous insects. Among them is a high school girl named Mutsumi Oribe, voiced by Momo Asakura, who must fight for her life against the deadly creatures while trying to uncover the mystery behind their existence. As the survivors struggle to escape the island alive, they are faced with terrifying challenges and gruesome encounters with the giant insects that threaten their very survival. The movie explores themes of survival, friendship, and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of unimaginable horror.

Cast

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  Momo Asakura

  Mami Miura (voice)

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  Takuya Eguchi

  Kazuhiko Kai (voice)

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  Misato Fukuen

  Ayumi Matsuoka (voice)

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  Mao Ichimichi

  Mutsumi Oribe (voice)

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  Marina Inoue

  Inaho Enoki (voice)

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  Wataru Komada

  Atsushi Kamijo (voice)

Reviews

The Island of Giant Insects has garnered mixed reviews from critics and audiences alike. While some appreciate its bold take on the survival horror genre and the stunning animation, others criticize its weak plot and cliche character development. Rotten Tomatoes commented 'The Island of Giant Insects is a thrilling ride for fans of the genre, with its intense action sequences and terrifying insect designs, but falls short in delivering a truly engaging story' (3.5/5). IMDb users have rated the film 4.1/10, with some praising the animation quality while others expressing disappointment with the pacing. Metacritic's review noted 'The Island of Giant Insects offers a unique blend of horror and action, but fails to leave a lasting impact on the audience' (5.6/10). Overall, the movie has polarized viewers with its gruesome depiction of insect attacks and its attempt to create suspense through the survival challenges faced by the characters.