The Empire of Corpses

The story takes place in 19th century Europe, and revolves around John Watson. He is scouted by the government to become a secret agent. However, Watson lives in a world where "Frankensteins"—human corpses that are re-purposed with a false soul in order to use them as laborers—are used to improve industrial development.

Director: Ryotaro Makihara

Cast: Yoshimasa Hosoya, Ayumu Murase, Akio Otsuka, Takayuki Sugo, Taiten Kusunoki, Kana Hanazawa, Shin-ichiro Miki, Daiki Yamashita

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