King of Thorn

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A mysterious virus, nicknamed Medusa, is spreading around Japan, turning its victims into stone. Given the impossibility of finding an immediate cure, the government opts for cryopreserving a select group of patients until they come up with a solution. Kasumi, one of the chosen ones, has been asleep for years and her awakening, more than a bed of roses, is a bed of thorns, and happens in the midst of total chaos where monstrous creatures lie in wait all around.

Release Status

Released

Genres

Fantasy, Animation, Science Fiction

Director

Kazuyoshi Katayama

Original Language

JA

What is King of Thorn about?

A mysterious virus, nicknamed Medusa, is spreading around Japan, turning its victims into stone. Given the impossibility of finding an immediate cure, the government opts for cryopreserving a select group of patients until they come up with a solution. Kasumi, one of the chosen ones, has been asleep for years and her awakening, more than a bed of roses, is a bed of thorns, and happens in the midst of total chaos where monstrous creatures lie in wait all around.

Who directed King of Thorn?

King of Thorn was directed by Kazuyoshi Katayama.

When was King of Thorn released?

King of Thorn was released on May 1, 2010.

How long is King of Thorn?

King of Thorn has a runtime of 1h 49m.

Where can I track King of Thorn?

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