This dark anime is set in the much distant future where vampires and werewolves and other supernatural creatures intermingle the earth with humans. The story centers around Doris Rumm, and a vampire hunter named "D". Count Magnus Lee is a 5,000 year old vampire who has his heart set on marrying Doris. "D" is begged by Doris to protect her. He does so, and ends up battling with mystical beasts, soul sucking snake sisters, and some of Count Lee's offspring.
What I liked about it: Considering this was done in 1985, it was a groundbreaking film. The dark themes and creatures were something new to Japanese audiences. I liked the darkness, and I liked the action sequences. I liked the main character "D", who spoke sparingly, had a talking right hand that spewed forth insults and magical spells, and who was not invincible. This movie obviously inspired later animes and films such as "Blade".
What I didn't like: Doris was way too whiny and mushy. The supposed love story made me queasy. It did not fit in this movie.
All-in-all, I sort of enjoyed this movie. I mostly enjoyed watching the main character, "D". I liked the character design and his talking hand. I liked the subtleness of his personality.