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In this twisted cyberpunk fever dream from cult director Shinya Tsukamoto, young Hikari is an outcast tormented by bullies, but his torment is nothing compared to the grotesque secret he carries: a literal electric pole fused to his spine. When a kind-hearted girl, Momo, defends him, he rewards her by revealing his most treasured possession—a time machine. As he activates it, reality fractures, catapulting him 25 years into a dystopian Tokyo where his grotesque affliction has evolved, and his journey becomes a nightmarish descent into madness, isolation, and the terrifying price of time travel. A visceral, surreal, and deeply unsettling experience that will leave you questioning the boundaries of flesh and technology.
Denchû kozô no bôken
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In this twisted cyberpunk fever dream from cult director Shinya Tsukamoto, young Hikari is an outcast tormented by bullies, but his torment is nothing compared to the grotesque secret he carries: a literal electric pole fused to his spine. When a kind-hearted girl, Momo, defends...
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Denchû kozô no bôken was released in 1980.
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User Reviews
CyberNerd91 – 7/10
“I wasn't prepared for how weird this was, but in the best way. Tsukamoto's visual style is like a fever dream, and the practical effects are gloriously gross. The story is disjointed, but that almost adds to the nightmare vibe. It's not for everyone, but if you're into cult cinema, it's a wild ride.”
HorrorHound86 – 8/10
“I love me some obscure Japanese horror, and this one definitely delivers on the creep factor. The idea of a kid with a power pole growing out of his back is brilliantly bizarre, and the time travel twist makes it even more unsettling. The acting is raw, and the atmosphere is oppressive. Highly recommended for fans of 'Tetsuo'.”
ScaryMom2020 – 4/10
“I couldn't get into this at all. The pacing is all over the place, and the story is too abstract for my taste. The electric pole thing is just weird, not scary. Maybe I'm missing something, but it just felt like a mess. I'll stick to mainstream horror.”
GothGirlAnon – 7/10
“There's something about Tsukamoto's twisted imagination that I can't look away from. This movie is a mindf*ck in the best way, with a grotesque beauty to it. The bullying and isolation themes hit hard, and the time travel elements add a layer of existential dread. It's not perfect, but it's unforgettable.”
