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AUM: The Cult at the End of the World

IMDb 6.0, 106 min, Documentary, Crime, United States of America

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.

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DirectorBen Braun, Chiaki Yanagimoto
GenreDocumentary, Crime
Runtime106 min
ReleasedWed, Mar 19, 2025
CountryUnited States of America
IMDBtt24076636

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