Directed by:
大友啓史Screenplay:
Kiyomi FujiiCinematography:
Takuro IshizakaComposer:
佐藤直紀Cast:
Takeru Satō, Tatsuya Fujiwara, Yū Aoi, Emi Takei, 伊勢谷友介, Yôsuke Eguchi, Ryūnosuke Kamiki, 田中泯, Yukiyoshi Ozawa, 青木崇高, Tao Tsuchiya, Kaito Oyagi, Masaharu Fukuyama (more)Plots(1)
To stop Makoto Shishio who aims to conquer Japan, Kenshin arrives in Kyoto and tries to face off against Shishio’s troops. However, his enemy has begun its course to start invading Tokyo with the steel-reinforced battleship. To save captured Kaoru who is thrown into the sea by Shishio’s men, Kenshin also dives in after her but is washed ashore alone, unconscious. Kenshin recovers with the help of Seijuro Hiko, the master of Kenshin who happens to find him on the shore. He realizes he is no match for Shishio unless he learns the ultimate technique of his sword style, and begs the master to teach him. In the meantime, Shishio finds that Kenshin is still alive, and puts pressure on the government to find Kenshin and execute him in public for his sins during his days as the “Battosai the Killer”. As Kenshin faces his biggest challenge, can Kenshin really defeat his fiercest enemy Shishio, and be reunited with Kaoru?! (Warner Bros. Home Entertainment)
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The Japanese excel in historical dramas as well as action, showcasing their prowess in both genres. They've managed to combine both in this film, demonstrating that the series is indeed robust. And yet, there are some characters here that almost seem reminiscent of manga. However, the film is gritty, intensely dynamic, and incredibly engaging to watch. Action enthusiasts won't be disappointed; rather, they'll be thrilled.
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I have to admit that I found the film slightly disappointing. I've seen it more than once and I still take away the same feeling. At several points, and there are more than a few, the film runs out of breath and feels very plodding. Everything I love about the Kenshin feature films is here, but unfortunately there is nothing more. Action, so much like we've seen in previous films, nice music, beautiful setting. Unfortunately, for me the clash between Kamiki Ryūnosuke (Seta Sōjirō) and Satō Takeru (Kenshin) was more interesting than the last one, when everyone who knew how to fight a little better came crashing down on Shishio. That last spectacular fight struck me as more of a farce than anything else. It's definitely not a bad movie, but after the way the second movie lured me in, I was just expecting something better. But anyone who knows me knows that 3 stars is not a sign of something terrible in my book. A strong 3 stars.
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