Demeking

About This Movie

Demeking, directed by Shinji Imaoka, is a fascinating blend of drama and fantasy that really captures a certain vibe of late 90s Japanese cinema. The story pivots around Daikoku, a young guy who, after a car accident, starts to see the impending doom of Demking looming over the end of the century. What’s interesting is how he gathers a crew of antisocial outcasts, mirroring the Seven Lucky Gods but with a decidedly darker twist. The film dives deep into themes of isolation and the search for purpose in a chaotic world. The pacing has this unique ebb and flow, and the practical effects used for Demking add a raw, gritty feel that contrasts beautifully with the emotional weight of the narrative. Definitely a distinctive piece worth discussing among collectors.

Great example of late 90s Japanese indie film. · Interesting take on modern mythology and social outcasts. · Notable for its practical effects and unique narrative structure.