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Dead Heat
“Drive to win. Blow away the competition. Stay true to yourself.”
4.5 / 10• 1987• 31m•NR• Japanese
AnimationAction
Storyline
Formula X racer Makoto is willing to do almost whatever it takes to get to the top, and victory at the upcoming Open Cup could propel his loyal crew to international racing glory. A new engine from a mysterious benefactor gives his mech a much-needed edge — but they soon find out victory only comes to those who keep their underdog spirit.
Cast & Crew
Kazuki Yao
Makoto
Lead
Hochu Otsuka
Saburou
Kazuyuki Sogabe
Natsu Sawai
Masako Katsuki
Maria
RO
Ryusuke Oobayashi
Gou
Toshiharu Sakurai
Yoshio
HH
Hiroshi Hashimoto
Worker
Naoki Makishima
Policeman
What People Are Saying
3.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Toshifumi Kawase's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Dead Heat is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
