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AUM: The Cult at the End of the World(2025)

  • Documentary
  • Crime

Overview

The shocking story of Aum Shinrikyo, the doomsday cult that unleashed a deadly nerve gas in Tokyo’s subway system in 1995. Founded by disillusioned yoga teacher Shoko Asahara, Aum transformed into a terrorist organization while Japan’s police and media turned a blind eye. Featuring rare archival footage and an interview with one of Asahara’s former high-ranking disciples. A Sundance premiere.

Status:Released
Release Date:Mar 19, 2025
Runtime: 1h 46m

Director:

Chiaki Yanagimoto,Ben Braun

Top Cast

Shoko Asahara

Shoko Asahara

Self (archive footage)

Official Videos

Official Trailer

Official Trailer

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