As the Gods Will

As the Gods Will

(2014)

As the Gods Will is a thrilling and darkly imaginative series that plunges viewers into a harrowing game of survival played out in the shadow of divine intervention. Set in a near-future society where technology and mythology intertwine, the story follows a diverse group of high school students who find themselves ensnared in a deadly game orchestrated by enigmatic, god-like beings from ancient folklore.

The narrative centers around Makoto, a bright but disenchanted teenager navigating the complexities of adolescence. He often feels alienated from his peers, held back by his troubled past and haunted by visions of deities. Makoto’s life takes a fateful turn when a mysterious power surge disrupts a typical school day, leading to the appearance of a colossal, sentient drone that resembles a fearsome god from Japanese mythology. The students are thrust into a twisted tournament where they must face off against each other in fiendish challenges designed to test their wits, courage, and morality.

As the stakes rise, the once inseparable friendships of the group begin to fracture under the pressure. Among the competitors are Kira, the outspoken cheerleader with a hidden depth, and Haruto, the underdog athlete yearning to prove himself. Each character is confronted with their own inner demons and the unexpected miracles of courage that only emerge in dire circumstances. As alliances shift and betrayals unfold, the true nature of the gods behind the game starts to reveal itself, exposing themes of power, sacrifice, and the existential question of fate versus free will.

With each challenge, the games become increasingly lethal, forcing the characters to navigate their darkest impulses as they struggle to maintain their humanity. As they unravel the secrets of their captors, they must decide whether to accept their predestined fates or fight against the gods who seem to revel in their despair. As the Gods Will is a gripping exploration of how far the human spirit can bend without breaking, culminating in a breathtaking finale that challenges the very essence of what it means to be divine in a world dominated by mortals. This series promises an intricate tapestry of thrilling twists, complex characters, and haunting social commentary that will leave audiences questioning their own choices long after the credits roll.

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11.

+4

Rating

MovieScout Rating 6.3

Genres

Adventure,Horror,Sci-Fi,Thriller

Runtime

1h 57m

Age rating

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Director

Takashi Miike

Cast

Sôta Fukushi
Hirona Yamazaki
Ryunosuke Kamiki
Shôta Sometani
Mio Yûki
Jingi Irie
Ryôsuke Yamamoto
Minori Hagiwara
Sasuke Ohtsuru
Naoto Takahashi
Dôri Sakurada
Daisuke Kikuta
Nijirô Murakami
Tommy's Masa
Atsuko Maeda
Katsuhiro Higo
Ryûhei Ueshima
Jimon Terakado

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