Man Behind the Sun 2: Laboratory of the Devil

Synopsis

Men Behind the Sun 2: Laboratory of the Devil is a 1992 film directed by Kang Chu. The film is a follow-up to the controversial and harrowing 黑太陽731 that delves further into the atrocities committed by the Japanese Imperial Army during World War II at Unit 731. In this installment, the narrative unfolds at a chilling pace as it explores the experiments conducted at the sinister laboratory, revealing the gruesome reality faced by the victims and the dehumanization of the perpetrators. As tensions rise and ethical boundaries are crossed, the film exposes the dark and disturbing aspects of war and scientific experimentation, leaving a lasting impact on the viewer.

Cast

• Chu Kong

  Hayashida Yoshio

• Yuen-Ching Leung

  Baba Aiko

• Wan Ying Ying

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  Gang Wang

  General Ishii Shirō

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  Wang Runshen

  Hashimoto

• Andrew Yu

Reviews

Men Behind the Sun 2: Laboratory of the Devil has garnered mixed reviews from critics and audiences alike. While some commend the film for its raw portrayal of historical events and the commitment to showcasing the horrors of war, others criticize it for its graphic and unsettling content. Rotten Tomatoes rates it at 5.2/10, stating 'A brutal depiction of wartime atrocities that will leave viewers haunted.' IMDb gives it a rating of 4.3/10, reflecting the divisive nature of the film. Metacritic remains silent on the movie's reception. Despite its flaws, Men Behind the Sun 2: Laboratory of the Devil stands as a grim reminder of the inhumanity that can arise in the pursuit of power and ideology.