Film Review: ALL YOU NEED IS KILL: An Energetic Anime Spin on a Science Fiction Classic [NYCC 2025]

Film Review: ALL YOU NEED IS KILL

Directed by Ken'ichirô Akimoto and Yukinori Nakamura, All You Need is Kill (2025) is a science fiction anime film written by Yûichirô Kido and Hiroshi Sakurazaka, starring Ai Mikami, Natsuki Hanae, Mô Chûgakusei, Kana Hanazawa and Hiccorohee.

The film's theme of repeating a specific day over and over again is reminiscent of Groundhog Day and Edge of Tomorrow, but with a unique twist. The source material, All You Need is Kill, lends itself perfectly to animation, making it a great choice for an anime film.

This is a story of finding a reality through a certain level of absurdity.

The anime spin on this science fiction classic brings a new level of energy to the story, making it a must-see for fans of the genre.

Author's summary: Anime film All You Need is Kill offers a fresh take on a classic science fiction theme.

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FilmBook FilmBook — 2025-10-15