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Library Wars
I want to protect books just like the one I admire
2013·2h 8m·★ 6.2
Japanese original
Set in the year 2019 in Japan. In order to crack down on free expression, a new law is passed, which allows for the government to create an armed force to find and destroy objectionable printed material. Meanwhile, to oppose this oppressive crackdown, the Library Force is created. The Library force, including instructor Atsushi Dojo and Iku Kasahara, work to protect the libraries. A fierce battle then ensues between these two groups.
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A high-concept, momentum-led choice for a night when you want spectacle, movement, and a world larger than everyday life.
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Best suited to viewers looking for an energetic genre watch with bigger ideas or heightened stakes.
Commitment
Standard sit-down · 2h 8m
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