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The Sylvian Experiments

2010·Movie
1h 34min·R
36
WeakGoodWatch score

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High energy, emotionally cool.

Energy

Terrifying and tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Scare9
  • Tension8
  • Violence7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Melancholy6
  • Pathos5
  • Catharsis3

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor4
  • Absurdist Humor2
  • Situational Comedy1

World

The mind and mystery

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Novelty6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

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AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

Something has gone very wrong.

Dr. Hattori and her husband watch footage of brain surgery experiments with Manchurian, Russian and Japanese guinea pigs that had been found in the basement of a wrecked hospital. Out of the blue, there is a white light and when they look back, they see they children Ota Miyuki and Kaori staring at the light. Years later, Miyuki vanishes from the Tama Medical University Hospital and her sister Kaori, Miyuki's boyfriend Motojima and detective Hirasawa are seeking her. However, Miyuki and the teenagers Kazochi, Takumi, Hattori and Rieko have been submitted to a nightmarish experiment by Dr. Hattori and her team with tragic results.
Psychological HorrorMedical ExperimentHistorical SettingDisturbing ImageryMystery and IntrigueBleak AtmosphereGuinea Pig ExperimentsTragic Results

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Where can I stream The Sylvian Experiments legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Sylvian Experiments worth watching?

36
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 36/100 (IMDb 4.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Sylvian Experiments rated?

RViolenceDisturbing imagery

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How long is The Sylvian Experiments?

1 h 34 min

The Sylvian Experiments runs 1 h 34 min.

What language is The Sylvian Experiments in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.

In how many countries can I watch The Sylvian Experiments?

3CAPLUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Sylvian Experiments in 3 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.