There are dark, cruel and dramatic movies, including independent works and spinoffs of popular titles.
The animated movie Predator: Killer of Killers, directed by Dan Trachtenberg, who also made Prey, was recently released on Hulu. This brutal and spectacular action film received a 95% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
For those who liked the animated movie from the Predator universe, we have compiled a list of the five best action anime.
1. Sword of the Stranger, 2007
The story follows a swordsman with no name who saves a young boy. The boy, Kotaro, is an orphan being pursued by a group of Chinese-speaking warriors.
The child asks the swordsman to protect him, and he agrees to become his bodyguard. The two then head to a Buddhist temple to find a safe place for Kotaro. But why is the child being hunted?
2. Dragon Ball Super: Broly, 2018
Dragon Ball Super: Broly is one of the best movies in the Dragon Ball franchise. Its animation, visual style, and battle scenes are all top-notch.
The movie expands the universe and introduces new characters. Taking place after the Dragon Ball Super anime series, the film tells the story of the powerful Broly.
According to the plot, Vegeta, the ruler, abandons Broly as a baby on an uninhabited planet. His father goes into the wild lands to find him. After spending many years on the deserted planet, they finally have the opportunity to seek revenge against the king.
3. Ninja Scroll, 1993
Ninja Scroll is an action anime with a gripping plot and bright main characters. Set in feudal Japan, the movie includes elements of mysticism and fantasy.
The plot follows a wandering samurai named Jubei Kibagami who comes to a village whose inhabitants have died from a disease. There, he encounters unknown monsters and rescues the ninja girl Kagero.
What are these creatures, and what caused the terrible epidemic? Jubei and Kagero decide to investigate together.
4. Ghost in the Shell, 1995
The anime transports viewers to the year 2029. Humanity has achieved unprecedented advances in cybernetics. People can now replace missing body parts with robotic prostheses.
The distinction between reality and the internet has nearly disappeared, creating a particular danger for people. Users are increasingly facing hacker attacks from a villain called the Puppet Master. A squad of cyber-enhanced police officers is assigned to the case and must find and neutralize the hacker.
5. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Mugen Train, 2020
Demon Slayer is a dynamic and spectacular story about the confrontation between humans and demons. Mugen Train is a direct spinoff of the popular title.
It is an exciting anime with thrilling battles and a dramatic ending that will leave a lasting impression.
According to the plot, the main characters embark on a mission accompanied by the Flame Pillar, Kyojuro Rengoku. Their goal is to catch a demon who killed several dozen train passengers.