OVA
Description
"BAOH" is a science fiction action anime based on the manga by Hirohiko Araki. The story centers on Ikuro Hashizawa, a young man transformed into a bio-engineered weapon known as BAOH (Bio-Advanced Omni-purpose Human) by the secretive organization DOPS. After escaping captivity, Ikuro is pursued relentlessly by DOPS agents who seek to reclaim their experiment. Alongside him is Sumire, a psychic girl who aids him in his fight for survival.

The narrative unfolds as Ikuro and Sumire evade DOPS operatives, who deploy advanced technology, assassins, and genetically modified creatures to capture them. Ikuro’s BAOH abilities grant him superhuman strength, regenerative powers, and the capacity to unleash devastating attacks, making him a formidable opponent. However, his humanity remains intact, and he struggles with the ethical implications of his newfound powers.

Key antagonists include Dr. Kasumin, a DOPS scientist obsessed with perfecting the BAOH project, and Walken, a ruthless assassin tasked with eliminating Ikuro. The series explores themes of human experimentation, corporate greed, and the moral dilemmas of scientific advancement. The plot is driven by intense action sequences, confrontations with DOPS forces, and Ikuro’s determination to protect Sumire while uncovering the truth behind his transformation.

The anime’s pacing is brisk, with a focus on episodic battles and escalating threats. Ikuro’s journey is marked by his growing resolve to resist DOPS’ control and his evolving relationship with Sumire, who becomes a symbol of hope and humanity in his struggle. The series concludes with a climactic showdown against DOPS, emphasizing themes of resistance and the fight for freedom against oppressive forces.
Information
BAOH
バオー来訪者
Baoh the Visitor
Type: OVA
Anime Episodes: 1
Movie/Episode length: 48 min.
Date: 11/01/1989
Categories
Genre
ActionHorror
Settings
Sci-Fi
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Staff
  • Director · Hiroyuki Yokoyama
  • Screenplay · Kenji Terada
  • Music · Hiroyuki Nanba
  • Music · Hiroyuki Namba
  • Original Manga · Hirohiko Araki
  • Character Design · Michi Sanaba
  • Character Design · Masayuki
  • Art Director · Michiharu Miyamae
  • Art Director · Mitsuharu Miyamae
  • Animation Director · Michi Sanaba
  • Animation Director · Masayuki
  • Mechanical design · Masayoshi Tano
  • Sound Director · Noriyoshi Matsuura
  • Director of Photography · Jin Kaneko
  • Executive producer · Kazuo Nakano
  • Executive producer · Haruo Sai
  • Producer · Reiko Fukakusa
Production
  • Production · Pierrot
  • Production · TOHO
Relations
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