Science Fiction Horror Action Parasyte Collection

Parasyte: Part 2

Name: Parasyte: Part 2
Director: Takashi Yamazaki
Genre: Science Fiction, Horror, Action, Drama
Released: 2015-01-01
Duration: 117 min
Rating: 7.1
Cast: Shota Sometani, Ai Hashimoto, Sadao Abe, Eri Fukatsu, Masahiro Higashide

2015Dir. Takashi Yamazaki1h 57m

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Runtime1h 57m

Released2015

Box office$12.8M

DirectorTakashi Yamazaki

About This Movie

Parasyte: Part 2 really digs deeper into the unsettling nature of its premise. Takashi Yamazaki does a solid job in balancing intense action with some emotional beats, which isn't easy with a story like this. The practical effects stand out – the grotesque transformations are raw and provide a tangible sense of horror that CGI often fails to capture. The pacing is a bit uneven at times, but the tension builds nicely, especially in the climactic sequences. The performances, particularly from the lead, bring a lot of depth to the human-alien dynamic, making you question what it means to be human. It’s a unique blend of genres that doesn’t shy away from the darker aspects of survival and coexistence.

Released in Japan in April 2015.Based on the manga by Hitoshi Iwaaki.Sequel to Parasyte: Part 1 (2014).Features extensive practical effects for alien transformations.