Homunculus

Homunculus(2021)

NR
04/02/2021 (US)Drama, Thriller1h 59m
6.0

Overview

A homeless man meets a medical school student who pays him to volunteer for a surgical procedure known as trepanation, drilling a hole in his skull, which ends up giving him the ability to communicate with the dark side of people’s subconscious minds.

Eisuke Naito

Screenplay

Takashi Shimizu

Director

Takashi Shimizu

Screenplay

Naruki Matsuhisa

Screenplay

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A review by Alunauwie
8.0

Written on September 26, 2025

Homunculus presents a visually compelling and emotionally intense psychological thriller, supported by strong performances and a unique concept rooted in experimental neurosurgery. While the film delivers striking plot twists and an intriguing opening, it leaves several critical story elements underexplored—such as the mysterious homeless man’s influence on Nokoshi and Ito’s unclear motives behind his obsession. For viewers unfamiliar with the original manga, these gaps may cause confusion, yet the film remains a thought-provoking experience with a bold and eerie atmosphere.

Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com)