The Defender movie poster

The Defender

February 1, 1997 1h 35m 4.0/10 (1 votes)

Originally released in 1997. The Defender is a science fiction/action film. directed by Kazuya Konaka.

Starring Toshiro Yanagiba, Miho Kanno, and Kenji Takano

Synopsis

Computer engineer Takashi notices that a microchip is protruding from his head. He contacts a notorious hacker for help. Meanwhile, Takashi's world is turning upside down. He's robbed at knifepoint & then chased through the crowded Tokyo streets by a giant. Or maybe not. Perhaps the microchip is only making him think these things are happening. Soon he realizes there's a connection between all the bizarre traumas and a girl named Masami. Seemingly, all his troubles started when she visited his repair shop and asked him to fix her CD-ROM unit. Eventually Takashi finds himself psychically linked to the girl. As it turns out, they are secret government-made humanoids, programmed to live undetected within society an then - when the need should arise - they are activated as professional fighters; The action of the movie itself plays like the Defender arcade game.

Quick Facts

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Release Date February 1, 1997 28 years ago
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Runtime 1h 35m 95 minutes total
User Rating 4.0/10 Mixed (1 votes)
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Language Japanese Original language
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Country Japan Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
JA

Production Companies

  • Image Factory IM Co. Ltd.
  • TV Tokyo
  • Suntory
  • Pal Entertainments Production

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Defender about?

Computer engineer Takashi notices that a microchip is protruding from his head. He contacts a notorious hacker for help. Meanwhile, Takashi's world is turning upside down. He's robbed at knifepoint...

Who directed The Defender?

The Defender was directed by Kazuya Konaka.

How long is The Defender?

The Defender has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).

When was The Defender released?

The Defender was released on February 1, 1997 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Defender?

The main cast of The Defender includes Toshiro Yanagiba, Miho Kanno, Kenji Takano, Tomorowo Taguchi, Masaomi Hiraga.