Vampire Hunter D
Plot
In a dystopian future where humans coexist with vampires, werewolves, and other supernatural creatures, the world is plagued by an eternal struggle between good and evil. Amidst this dark landscape, a lone vampire hunter emerges to face the forces of darkness. Vampire Hunter D, a half-human, half-vampire hybrid, is the protagonist of this sci-fi horror epic. With his unique ability to withstand sunlight and his unparalleled hunting skills, he is the only one who can save a young girl from the clutches of evil. The story begins with a mysterious request from a beautiful but troubled woman named Carol. She has been bitten by a vampire and fears that she will soon lose her humanity and become one of the undead. Desperate for help, she tracks down D, the legendary vampire hunter, who is rumored to possess the power to destroy vampires. As D delves deeper into the mystery surrounding Carol's bite, he discovers that she has been targeted by a powerful and ruthless vampire lord named Noir. This ancient evil has a history of brutal killings and human sacrifices, and his next victim is none other than Carol herself. With Carol's fate hanging in the balance, D must use all his skills and experience to track down Noir and put an end to his reign of terror. Along the way, he faces off against hordes of undead creatures, including vampires, werewolves, and giant spiders. Throughout his journey, D is aided by a motley crew of allies, including a group of rebellious humans fighting against the vampire overlords and a mysterious woman who may hold the key to Carol's survival. As the stakes grow higher, D finds himself caught in a desperate battle between good and evil, with Carol's fate hanging precariously in the balance. Vampire Hunter D is a gripping and intense sci-fi horror film that explores themes of morality, redemption, and the struggle against darkness. With its unique blend of action, suspense, and dark fantasy, this film will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.
Reviews
Jace
(8/10) The 1985 version is adapted from "The Vampire Bride," and the 2000 version from "Demon Deathchase." Both versions can be found online. (However, the disc translation for the '85 version is quite poor, especially translating "Oni-chan" as "younger brother" is simply unacceptable. Even considering the visuals and character ages, such a mistranslation is inexcusable, right?)
Austin
The most handsome vampire hunter of all time. Compared to Yoshiaki Kawajiri's gorgeous 2000 version, the 1985 OVA is also excellent. Adapted from Hideyuki Kikuchi's "Vampire Hunter D: Raiser of Gales," it explores the right and wrong of "purebloods" and "half-breeds" with a style that's influenced by the 80s and a bit more cute. And this version of D might be the most powerful ever. Even with a severed arm and a pierced heart, he can revive and counterattack, defeating the evil Count who has lived for ten thousand years, because he is the son of the Vampire's Sacred Ancestor, the strongest by nature. I admire D even more after this. The romance between him and the heroine is also very well done...
Richard
Awesome! This version is so much better! It leaves the artistic 2000 version in the dust! Kouyu Ohayashi's violent style is the best! Salt Lake adults TAT
Skylar
While the visuals of Toyoo Ashida's 1985 version naturally can't compare to the later gorgeous style of Yoshiaki Kawajiri, Tetsuya Komuro's score is surprisingly impressive. Perhaps leaning more towards a medieval-esque western with European-style towns, remnants of ancient mechanical civilization, a fantastical tone, and a sense of apocalyptic dread... in some ways, the world-building of the Vampire Hunter D series shares a certain resemblance to Stephen King's The Dark Tower series.
Harmony
In this dark and hauntingly beautiful anime, Vampire Hunter D delivers a thrilling adventure set in a post-apocalyptic world overrun by supernatural creatures. The stoic yet deadly vampire hunter, D, takes on a noble quest to save a young girl from eternal damnation, weaving a tale of honor, danger, and self-discovery amidst the eerie landscapes and gothic atmosphere. With its unique blend of horror and fantasy, Vampire Hunter D is a classic of the genre, sure to captivate fans of dark fantasy and anime alike.
