
Patlabor 2: The Movie
Directed by Mamoru Oshii
Produced by Production I.G, Bandai Visual
A cerebral, politically-charged thriller that uses giant robots and military intrigue to explore themes of institutional power, deception, and the fragility of civilian order.
A Japanese police unit who use giant anthropomorphic robots (called Labors) is caught up in a political struggle between the civilian authorities and the military when a terrorist act is blamed on an Air Force jet. With the aid of a government agent, the team gets close to a terrorist leader to stop things from going out of control when after the military is impelled to impose martial law.
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Is Patlabor 2: The Movie scary? Yes. More frightening than 76% of films.
Is Patlabor 2: The Movie violent? Somewhat. More violent than 68% of films.
Is Patlabor 2: The Movie sad? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Does Patlabor 2: The Movie end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Patlabor 2: The Movie easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Like Patlabor 2: The Movie
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
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Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Patlabor 2: The Movie, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
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Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
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Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

















































