AUM: The Cult at the End of the World

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DocumentaryCrime
Director:Ben Braun,Chiaki Yanagimoto

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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StatusReleased
Release DateMarch 19, 2025
Release Dates
Germany:
Premiere - May 31, 2024
Denmark:
Premiere - Mar 21, 2023
Italy:
Premiere - Apr 29, 2023
Poland:
Premiere - May 12, 2023
United States:
Premiere - Jan 20, 2023
Premiere - Oct 21, 2023
Theatrical - Mar 19, 2025 (NR)
Runtime1sa 46dk
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Origin CountryUnited States
Original LanguageEnglish
Spoken LanguagesEnglish, 日本語

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