Worku
WORKU (ウォルク) / Worku: From Behind / Stranger In Paradigm
Genres: Fantasy, Psychological | |
Themes: Psychological | |
Producers: The Village of Marchen | |
Rating: 5.34 / 10 | |
Rank: #12898 | |
Popularity: #15875 | |
Users Listed: 717 | |
Users Scored: 235 | |
NSFW: No | |
Last Updated: 08/12/2021 | |
Aired: April 5, 2005 – March 14, 2017 (Spring) | |
Type: ona | |
Age Rating: G | |
Episodes: 2 |
Synopsis:
Set against a desolate, sun-baked landscape, this stop-motion anime follows a solitary wanderer who stumbles upon an unexpected discovery – a weathered box concealing a bizarre urban sprawl. Within lies a decaying city of towering apartment blocks, inhabited by an unseen history. The traveler's quiet existence is disrupted by the appearance of a spectral, stick-like entity that exhibits a curious and persistent interest in him. As the narrative unfolds, the relationship between the wanderer and this enigmatic figure becomes central, hinting at deeper questions about loneliness, connection, and the nature of forgotten places. The animation style evokes a dreamlike quality, fostering an atmosphere of quiet contemplation and subtle unease, inviting viewers to ponder the meaning behind this surreal encounter.