In the cold, sterile depths of a secret research facility, a creature of ultimate beauty and terror is born from the fusion of human DNA and extraterrestrial material. Kimera, an androgynous being with vibrant green hair and hypnotic power, becomes the center of a violent struggle when a daring escape leads to a chance encounter with two humans, Osamu and Jay. As the military and a shadowy organization known as the "Neo-Humanity Agency" mobilize to reclaim their lost experiment, Osamu finds himself bound to Kimera by a telepathic link that defies logic. The desert landscape becomes a battlefield where the lines between hunter and prey are blurred by a desperate longing for freedom and a primal instinct for survival. Kimera is a haunting, atmospheric OVA that blends elements of gothic horror, science fiction, and tragic romance, characteristic of the mid-90s experimental anime scene. The story navigates a world of visceral transformations and telepathic visions, exploring the blurred lines between predatory instinct and human emotion. It stands as a notable example of the "alien vampire" subgenre, utilizing high-quality animation and a gritty, mature tone to depict a desperate race against time. Between the cold corridors of secret government facilities and the vast, lonely stretches of the desert, the series poses a chilling question about the cost of survival and the dangerous nature of an all-consuming love. This DVD collection captures the full, unedited intensity of this cult classic, featuring the fluid character designs and dark aesthetic that defined the era. It is a work that challenges the viewer to look beyond the surface of its monstrous subjects, offering a somber meditation on identity, destiny, and the hope that remains even when the world itself is at stake. Notable Staff & Voice Talent Director: Kazu Kokota Original Creator: Kazuma Kodaka (Kizuna) Studio: Toho / J.C. Staff Music: Shinsuke Kazato Cast: • Yasunori Matsumoto as Osamu • Mugihito as Ginzu • Jurota Kosugi as Kianu • Tatsuo Tobita as Jay • Daisuke Gori as Dr. Gibson DVD Features • Clean Opening / Ending • Original Japanese Trailers • Art & Character Gallery • ADV Films Previews Spoken Languages: Japanese & English Audio, English Subtitles Edition Details Japanese Title: KI・ME・RA Runtime: ~45 Minutes Director: Kazu Kokota DVD Release Year: 1998 (U.S. Release) Original Air Date (Japan): 1996 Publisher: ADV Films Rating: 15+ (Graphic Violence, Mature Themes) Region: Region 1 (U.S. / Canada) Genre: Sci-Fi, Horror, Romance Themes: Extraterrestrial Life, Vampirism, Repopulation, Tragic Love Media assumed VG+ unless otherwise noted.
