Plot: Raiga is a Makai Knight who fights against the Horrors, mythical beasts who try to destroy humanity. He managed to kill one of them, but his armor got tainted, and a dark knight turned up, kidnapping the woman Raiga holds dear. Raiga is forced to board a mystical train that is headed for the Netherworld in order to save her.
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July 13, 2025
This series is made for someone like Keita Amemiya. Crazy fantasy with fantastical creatures, high octane action, and some typical Japanese folklore mixed in. The budget was limited, but Amemiya is used to that, and he is skilled enough to work around those limitations. The result is pure entertainment.
That said, the segments on the train are the highlight of the film, but they come relatively early. The later scenes are still fun, but not quite as weird or polished. The drama could've been toned down a little, and the runtime is a bit long for silly fodder like this, but I still had a good time with this Garo film. It does help to be familiar with the franchise, but it's not a necessity.