Casshern is a 2004 Japanese science fiction movie directed by Kazuaki Kiriya. Set in the late 21st century, the movie blends live-action with animated sequences and is an adaptation of a 1973 anime series of the same name.
Plot Summary
Following a 50-year war, the population of Earth has been decimated by nuclear and biological weapons. Hope arises when a scientist discovers a "neo-cell," which has the ability to rejuvenate lost human body parts. However, when the neo-cell technology falls into the wrong hands, it is up to Casshern to save the human race.
Cast
- Yusuke Iseya: Tetsuya Azuma / Casshern
- Akira Terao: Dr. Kotaro Azuma
- Kumiko Aso: Luna Kozuki
- Kanako Higuchi: Midori Azuma