Digital Devil Story - Megami Tensei

Synopsis

In the 1987 movie Digital Devil Story - Megami Tensei, directed by Jim Simon and based on the popular video game series, Yu Mizushima plays the role of a high school student who delves into the world of computer hacking and accidentally unleashes demons into the real world. As chaos ensues, he must confront the consequences of his actions and navigate a treacherous journey to save humanity from the supernatural threat. The film blends elements of horror, fantasy, and science fiction to create a unique and thrilling narrative that explores the dangers of technology and the power of ancient mythologies.

Cast

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  Yu Mizushima

  Akemi Nakajima (voice)

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  Saeko Shimazu

  Yumiko Shirasagi (voice)

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  Masako Katsuki

  Izanami (voice)

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  Hochu Otsuka

  Loki (voice)

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  Masaharu Sato

  Hiroyuki Kondou (voice)

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  Fumihiko Tachiki

  Susumu Takai (voice)

Reviews

Digital Devil Story - Megami Tensei received mixed reviews from critics upon its release. While the film's visual effects and creative adaptation of the video game source material were praised by some, others found the plot to be convoluted and the pacing to be slow. Rotten Tomatoes critics consensus described it as 'ambitious but uneven, struggling to fully capture the depth and complexity of its video game origins.' IMDb users rated the movie 5.2 out of 10, with some highlighting Mizushima's performance as a standout element. Metacritic users had a similar sentiment, with comments ranging from 'innovative concept' to 'underdeveloped execution'. Despite its flaws, Digital Devil Story - Megami Tensei retains a cult following for its bold attempt at translating a popular gaming franchise to the big screen.