OVA
Description
"Violence Jack 2" is a continuation of the post-apocalyptic narrative established in the original series, set in a world devastated by a catastrophic earthquake that has fractured society into lawless, chaotic territories. The story revolves around Jack, a towering, enigmatic figure with immense strength and a brutal sense of justice, who roams the wastelands dispensing violent retribution to those who prey on the weak. Jack’s origins remain shrouded in mystery, but his actions suggest a deeper connection to the world’s collapse and a personal mission to restore some semblance of order.

The narrative unfolds across multiple arcs, each focusing on different survivors and factions struggling to endure in the harsh, anarchic landscape. One prominent storyline involves a group of survivors attempting to rebuild a community, only to face relentless attacks from marauders and warlords. Jack intervenes, often with extreme violence, to protect the innocent and dismantle oppressive forces. Another arc delves into the psychological toll of the apocalypse, exploring how desperation and fear drive individuals to commit atrocities, even as Jack’s presence forces them to confront their own morality.

Key characters include Slum King, a ruthless warlord who embodies the chaos of the new world, and Evil Eye, a cunning and manipulative antagonist who challenges Jack’s resolve. Survivors such as Mariah, a resilient young woman, and Ken, a former soldier grappling with guilt, provide human perspectives on the devastation and the hope Jack represents. The series does not shy away from graphic depictions of violence and moral ambiguity, portraying a world where survival often comes at a cost.

Themes of justice, retribution, and the fragility of humanity are central to the narrative. Jack’s actions, while brutal, are framed as necessary to combat the overwhelming evil that has taken root in the wasteland. The series explores the cyclical nature of violence and the difficulty of maintaining one’s humanity in a world stripped of order. Through its episodic structure, "Violence Jack 2" presents a grim yet compelling vision of a society on the brink, with Jack serving as both a savior and a harbinger of the chaos he seeks to end.
Information
Violence Jack 2
バイオレンス ジャック 〜地獄街編〜
Violence Jack: Evil Town
Type: OVA
Anime Episodes: 1
Movie/Episode length: 59 min.
Date: 12/21/1988
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ActionHorror
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Staff
  • Storyboard
    Takuya Wada
  • Animation Director
    Takuya Wada
  • Sound Director
    Yasunori Honda
  • Producer
    Kazufumi Nomura
  • Script
    Shō Aikawa
  • Original creator
    Gō Nagai
  • Executive producer
    Naotaka Yoshida
    Tadao Masumizu
  • Character Design
    Takuya Wada
  • Art design
    Hiroshi Sasaki
  • Director of Photography
    Norihide Kubota
  • Director
    Ichirō Itano
  • Music
    Kan Ogasawara
  • Art Director
    Mitsuharu Miyamae
Production
  • Production
    Japan Home Video
    Dynamic Planning
    Sōeishinsha
  • Animation Production
    Studio 88