Library Wars (2013)

Other name: 図書館戦争, Toshokan Sensou

Description:

Set in the year 2019 in Japan, the action-packed movie Library Wars tells a thrilling story of the fight for free expression. When a strict new law allows the government to create an armed force to find and destroy objectionable printed material, books and freedom of speech are put in grave danger. To oppose this oppressive crackdown, a defensive military unit called the Library Force is formed. Dedicated members including instructor Atsushi Dojo and Iku Kasahara step up to protect the nation's libraries and defend the right to read. A fierce and violent battle quickly ensues between the government's censorship forces and the brave Library Force. Packed with intense action and deep themes of freedom, this film showcases a desperate war to save literature and knowledge from total destruction. Will the Library Force prevail in saving their country's heritage?

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2013

Genre:Action; Drama; Fantasy