: The film explores neo-noir intrigue, forbidden romance between different species, and the thin veil between reality and a nightmare dimension. Key Features & Legacy
The story is set in a world where a secret peace treaty has existed for centuries between the human world and the "Black World," a parallel dimension of shapeshifting demons. Wicked City(1987)
: Taki Renzaburo, a human "Black Guard" agent, and Makie, a beautiful demon agent, are assigned to protect a lecherous but vital diplomat, Giuseppe Mayart, who must sign the new treaty. : The film explores neo-noir intrigue, forbidden romance
: Radical demon factions seek to block the renewal of the treaty to launch an all-out invasion of Earth. : Radical demon factions seek to block the
: The success of the anime led to a 1992 Hong Kong live-action adaptation produced by Tsui Hark . Production Credits Director Yoshiaki Kawajiri Original Author Hideyuki Kikuchi Studio Release Year