Six must-watch gothic anime movies

Author: Achu Krishnan

This 1985 anime was directed by Toyoo Ashida and follows a young girl who hires a vampire hunter to protect her.

Vampire Hunter D

This 1985 anime was directed by Yoshiaki Kawajiri and follows Sayaka Rama and her quest to save the world from demons.

Demon City Shinjuku

This 1997 anime was directed by Satoshi Kon and follows pop idol Mima Kirigoe who becomes a victim of stalking.

Perfect Blue

This 1987 anime was directed by Yoshiaki Kawajiri and follows  Renzaburō Taki, who is tasked with protecting a powerful sage.

Wicked City

This 1987 anime was directed by Yoshiaki Kawajiri and follows a mysterious young girl and her travel companion.

Angel's Egg

This 2006 movie was directed by Guillermo del Toro and stars Sergi López, Maribel Verdú, and Ivana Baquero.

Vampire Hunter D: Bloodlust