Vexille (2007): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

Released in 2007, Vexille is an animation and science-fiction film directed by Fumihiko Sori, running about 109 minutes. “The dark secret of future Tokyo!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. 2067: Isolation: Japan seals herself off from the eyes of the world in the face of unilateral international policy setting strict limits on the use of robotic technology. The island nation exists only behind a veil of seclusion. No soul shall enter. No soul shall leave. 2077: Revelation: The veil is breached. Japan is infiltrated by agents of the organization S.W.O.R.D., a fighting force operating outside of the protection of the United States and her allies. Their mission: Determine if the Japanese are developing banned robotic bio-technology, forbidden due to its threat to humankind. In the battle between machine and man, humanity stands to suffer most.

Who’s in it. Vexille stars Meisa Kuroki as Vexille, Shosuke Tanihara as Leon (voice), Yasuko Matsuyuki as Maria and Akio Otsuka as Saito (Voice), among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Vexille has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Vexille page.

If you liked it. Fans of Vexille tend to enjoy Chihiros Reise ins Zauberland, Your Name. - Gestern, heute und für immer, Die letzten Glühwürmchen and Spider-Man: A New Universe.