Parasite Eve: The Twisted Legacy of a Sleeping Giant

TLDRThe success of the novel Parasite Eve in Japan led to a film adaptation that aimed to capture the horror of the original. Despite its popularity, the novel did not receive attention in the West until its translation in 2005. The book's unique blend of scientific theory and body horror made it a hit in Japan but struggled to resonate with Western audiences due to its dense writing style. The film adaptation, released in 1997, had a modest budget but aimed to convert the literary success into a cinematic hit.