# Lensman (1984)

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**Original title**: *SF新世紀 レンズマン*
**Runtime**: 107 min
**Genres**: Animation, Action, Science Fiction
**Directed by**: Yoshiaki Kawajiri, Kazuyuki Hirokawa
**Written by**: Soji Yoshikawa
**Starring**: Toshio Furukawa, Mami Koyama, Chikao Ohtsuka, Nachi Nozawa, Katsuya Kobayashi, Seizo Kato

> *Shadow of the Lens*

## Synopsis (in-house rewrite)

You receive a powerful Lens, a source of immense energy and responsibility. But a ruthless dynasty hunts you to control its power.

Kawajiri's early work hints at his later, more polished action features. The film leaves one wondering if the Lens chose wisely.

**Mood tags**: 3am-cult, neon-soaked, unhinged

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