Tokyo Blackout
Based on a science-fiction novel by Sakyo Komatsu. Tokyo is suddenly covered by a dome shaped electromagnetic cloud for an unknown reason and is totally blocked and isolated from other parts of the world. The temperature inside the cloud is slowly increasing. The Soviet Pacific fleet is getting closer. The U.S. is forcing Japan to form a new government. Scientists and research workers outside Tokyo have to race against time to find out how to get through the cloud in order to rescue the 12,000,000+ lives in Tokyo and the fate of the country.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | 首都消失 |
| Year | 1987 |
| Country | Japan |
| Genre | Science Fiction |
| Director | Toshio Masuda |
| Runtime | 120 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 5.5/10 (6 votes) |
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Tokyo Blackout has mixed reviews with a rating of 5.5/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.
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A classic from 1987. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.
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