Along with Keishi Otomo and Takashi Miike, Shinsuke Sato completed the trio of Japanese directors who truly excel in action anime/manga adaptations, with his works in “Gantz”, “Library Wars”, “I am a Hero” etc speaking for themselves. “Kingdom 2: Far and Away”, which continues the adaptation of the homonymous manga by Yasuhisa Hara, highlights the fact in the most eloquent fashion as it currently streams on Netflix, just before the third part's release later this year.
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In a style that points more towards Chinese than Japanese epics (the original is actually based on the Warring States period), the sequel see the State of Qin, who is now governed by Eisei, after the events of the first movie, facing a new threat from a neighboring nation, the State of Wei. Headed by general Go Kei, a genius in military warfare,...
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In a style that points more towards Chinese than Japanese epics (the original is actually based on the Warring States period), the sequel see the State of Qin, who is now governed by Eisei, after the events of the first movie, facing a new threat from a neighboring nation, the State of Wei. Headed by general Go Kei, a genius in military warfare,...
- 8/21/2023
- by Panos Kotzathanasis
- AsianMoviePulse
With a selection from the “top of the shelf” once more, as the films of Keishi Otomo, Yuya Yagira, and the next big anime thing “Slam Dunk” eloquently highlight, Japan Cuts showcased how the top of the Japanese movie industry fares currently, while not forgetting the “hidden gems” aspect, with the returns of Yusaku Matsumoto and Daisuke Miyazaki and the presentation of “Sanka”, a film that has passed absurdly under the radar, moving into that direction. The general direction in terms of selection seemed to move towards mainstream paths, with the shorts, the animation and the documentary “I am a Comedian” adding an element of diversity. Without further ado, here is a list of this year's coverage of Japan Cuts.
You can read the full reviews by clicking on the titles 1. Interviews: Kentaro and Yuya Yagira 2. Anime Review: The First Slam Dunk (2022) by Takehiko Inoue
What is the most impressive aspect,...
You can read the full reviews by clicking on the titles 1. Interviews: Kentaro and Yuya Yagira 2. Anime Review: The First Slam Dunk (2022) by Takehiko Inoue
What is the most impressive aspect,...
- 8/8/2023
- by Panos Kotzathanasis
- AsianMoviePulse
Director Keishi Ohtomo returns to feudal Japan with his newest picture, “The Legend and Butterfly.” Having concluded the live-action “Rurouni Kenshin” film series, Ohtomo shifts gears for his latest feature, focusing more on real Japanese history, albeit with a heavily fictitious spin in a screenplay by Ryota Kosawa. The story deals with the rise and fall of Japanese daimyo Oda Nobunaga and explores his relationship with his wife, Nohime. This feature wouldn't be the first time Lord Nobunaga has been depicted in film or television. Still, with a big budget and an all-star cast, this epic was set to sweep away audiences and the box office while commemorating the 70th-anniversary celebration of Toei Company. Yet, despite a strong opening, it quickly dwindled in popularity and was met with mixed reception.
The Legend and Butterfly is screening at Japan Cuts
The story takes place over 30 years, beginning with a politically driven...
The Legend and Butterfly is screening at Japan Cuts
The story takes place over 30 years, beginning with a politically driven...
- 8/2/2023
- by Sean Barry
- AsianMoviePulse
The Legend and Butterfly, directed by Japanese director Keishi Otomo and written by Ryota Kosawa, is an epic story set in the Warring States Period in Japan, where a man and a woman come together under special circumstances to become husband and wife. Their relationship undergoes monumental stages as the history of Japan takes shape in the background. Starring Takuya Kimura and Haruka Ayase, The Legend and Butterfly marks their third collaboration together. The performances are worthy of praise as they helm this period drama and elevate it into a grand love story.
Spoilers Ahead
Viper Meets Tiger
Lord Owari’s son Nobunaga prepares for his first night after Owari and the nearby state’s lord Mino agree to marry their children together. The wedding was actually a ploy by Lord Owari to ensure his domain’s safety against the attacks by Lord Mino. If his daughter was married right in the Owari domain,...
Spoilers Ahead
Viper Meets Tiger
Lord Owari’s son Nobunaga prepares for his first night after Owari and the nearby state’s lord Mino agree to marry their children together. The wedding was actually a ploy by Lord Owari to ensure his domain’s safety against the attacks by Lord Mino. If his daughter was married right in the Owari domain,...
- 6/5/2023
- by Ayush Awasthi
- Film Fugitives
Probably one of the best years for action/martial arts cinema lately, 2021 saw a number of truly impressive titles coming out, as China’s blockbusters seem to be getting better, followed by the Korean ones, Japanese manga adaptations continue to be on a very high-level, at least production level-wise and Asean countries keep on producing some of the most interesting in the category through the combination of social commentary and exploitation elements. Furthermore, a number of movies that do not fall in any of the aforementioned groups but are of equal quality, rounded up a truly great year for Asian genre.
Without further ado, here are the best Asian martial arts/action films of 2021, in reverse order. Some films may have premiered in 2019, but since they mostly circulated in 2021, we decided to include them.
15. Rurouni Kenshin: The Final (Keishi Ohtomo)
On the other hand, the action element is top notch,...
Without further ado, here are the best Asian martial arts/action films of 2021, in reverse order. Some films may have premiered in 2019, but since they mostly circulated in 2021, we decided to include them.
15. Rurouni Kenshin: The Final (Keishi Ohtomo)
On the other hand, the action element is top notch,...
- 12/27/2021
- by AMP Group
- AsianMoviePulse
The main asset of the Japanese movie industry has always been a stability, particularly in terms of production quality, which, even in the years where countries like S. Korea held the sceptres of the ‘Best Asian Cinema’, did not “allow” local titles to be very far off. In that regard, it is easy to say that, even if Japanese filmmakers do not come up with masterpieces so often (at least not as often as in the past), the local industry remains the one that produces more “7/10” movies than any other in the world, consistently. This stability became much more obvious this year, since Korean cinema seems to have hit a reef that is more evident that it was before, and gradually, Japanese cinema seems to have reached the top of Asia once more, even if the level was a bit lower this year. The films that follow prove the fact in the most eloquent way.
- 12/19/2021
- by Panos Kotzathanasis
- AsianMoviePulse
Based on the manga by Ken Wakui, which is also an ongoing anime series by Liden Films, “Tokyo Revengers” brings together two rather popular concepts, those of high school gangs and time travel, in a rather impressive package that has already sold around 1.66 million tickets, earning over 2.25 billion yen (~US$20.4 million), 1 month after its premiere on July 10, 2021 .
“Tokyo Revengers” is screening at Fantasia International Film Festival
As the film begins, a naked, tattooed yakuza is bloodied and terrorized by a new breed of sharp-dressed gangsters in a luxury car. The Tokyo Manji Gang is flexing its muscle, and a furious conflict within the underworld is in motion. The focus then changes completely, towards Takemichi Hanagaki, a 26-year-old freeter with no hope in life, who learns one day that his middle school ex-girlfriend, Hinata Tachibana, as well as her younger brother Naoto, are killed during the aforementioned incident. Later that day,...
“Tokyo Revengers” is screening at Fantasia International Film Festival
As the film begins, a naked, tattooed yakuza is bloodied and terrorized by a new breed of sharp-dressed gangsters in a luxury car. The Tokyo Manji Gang is flexing its muscle, and a furious conflict within the underworld is in motion. The focus then changes completely, towards Takemichi Hanagaki, a 26-year-old freeter with no hope in life, who learns one day that his middle school ex-girlfriend, Hinata Tachibana, as well as her younger brother Naoto, are killed during the aforementioned incident. Later that day,...
- 8/15/2021
- by Panos Kotzathanasis
- AsianMoviePulse
Australia has been a global box office bright spot in recent months.
‘Mortal Kombat’ boosted by Australia opening
Updated: A $3.2m opening in Australia – including previews – helped New Line/Warner Bros’ Mortal Kombat achieve a confirmed $6.5m in international market for its third weekend of play, a rise of 9%.
The videogame spinoff also made its debut in North America, topping the box office with an estimated $22.5m. International total is $27.8m, and globally it’s $51.1m.
Australia, which has suffered fewer than 1,000 Covid deaths so far, has been a global box office bright spot in recent months, which have coincided...
‘Mortal Kombat’ boosted by Australia opening
Updated: A $3.2m opening in Australia – including previews – helped New Line/Warner Bros’ Mortal Kombat achieve a confirmed $6.5m in international market for its third weekend of play, a rise of 9%.
The videogame spinoff also made its debut in North America, topping the box office with an estimated $22.5m. International total is $27.8m, and globally it’s $51.1m.
Australia, which has suffered fewer than 1,000 Covid deaths so far, has been a global box office bright spot in recent months, which have coincided...
- 4/26/2021
- by Charles Gant
- ScreenDaily
Australia has been a global box office bright spot in recent months.
‘Mortal Kombat’ boosted by Australia opening
A $3.2m opening in Australia – including previews – helped New Line/Warner Bros’ Mortal Kombat achieve an estimated $6.3m in international market for its third weekend of play, a rise of 9%.
The videogame spinoff also made its debut in North America, topping the box office with an estimated $22.5m. International total is an estimated $27.6m, and globally it’s $50.1m.
Australia, which has suffered fewer than 1,000 Covid deaths so far, has been a global box office bright spot in recent months, which have...
‘Mortal Kombat’ boosted by Australia opening
A $3.2m opening in Australia – including previews – helped New Line/Warner Bros’ Mortal Kombat achieve an estimated $6.3m in international market for its third weekend of play, a rise of 9%.
The videogame spinoff also made its debut in North America, topping the box office with an estimated $22.5m. International total is an estimated $27.6m, and globally it’s $50.1m.
Australia, which has suffered fewer than 1,000 Covid deaths so far, has been a global box office bright spot in recent months, which have...
- 4/26/2021
- by Charles Gant
- ScreenDaily
"I've never seen him look so tormented before." Warner Bros Japan has released an official trailer for the epic new back-to-back series of movies titled Rurouni Kenshin: The Final and Rurouni Kenshin: The Beginning. These are part of an ongoing series of Japanese period action-adventure films based on the manga of the same name written and illustrated by Nobuhiro Watsuki. The first one, Rurouni Kenshin: Origins, originally debuted in 2012. These next two are back-to-back sequels, technically the fourth and fifth films in the series, opening in theaters in Japan within months of each other later in the spring. Takeru Satoh returns as Himura Kenshin, joined by Emi Takei, Mackenyu, Munetaka Aoki, Yū Aoi, Yusuke Iseya, and Riku Ōnishi. This looks completely like a live-action anime set in the old times, with stylized action and endless characters with grudges and much more. Might be a kick ass double feature! Check it out.
- 3/11/2021
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
Twins Japan and Warner Bros. Japan are teaming up to produce “Ghost Hunt”, the live action, based on the popular novel and manga series.
Ghost Hunt, originally titled Akuryo, is a light novel series, targeting young adult demographic, written by Fuyumi Ono, whose last episode was published in 1994. The novels were later adapted into a radio drama, in 1997, then a manga adaptation written and illustrated by Shiho Inada began serialization in monthly shōjo manga magazine Nakayoshi in 1998 and ended in 2010, also published in twelve volumes by Kodansha. In October 2006, the anime television series adaptation of the manga premiered in Japan under the same name “Ghost Hunt”.
Japanese actor Miura Haruma (“A Banana? At This Time of Night?“) has officially signed on to star in the adaptation, due to be released in September 2021 in Japan. Haruma would play “Kazuya Shibuya”, the owner of Spr (Shibuya Psychic Research). Hana Sugisaki (“Blade of the Immortal...
Ghost Hunt, originally titled Akuryo, is a light novel series, targeting young adult demographic, written by Fuyumi Ono, whose last episode was published in 1994. The novels were later adapted into a radio drama, in 1997, then a manga adaptation written and illustrated by Shiho Inada began serialization in monthly shōjo manga magazine Nakayoshi in 1998 and ended in 2010, also published in twelve volumes by Kodansha. In October 2006, the anime television series adaptation of the manga premiered in Japan under the same name “Ghost Hunt”.
Japanese actor Miura Haruma (“A Banana? At This Time of Night?“) has officially signed on to star in the adaptation, due to be released in September 2021 in Japan. Haruma would play “Kazuya Shibuya”, the owner of Spr (Shibuya Psychic Research). Hana Sugisaki (“Blade of the Immortal...
- 5/13/2020
- by Adriana Rosati
- AsianMoviePulse
Wang Lina’s A First Farewell took awards for best director and best actress.
Pema Tsedan’s Balloon was named best picture while Wang Lina’s A First Farewell took awards for best director and best actress (Sonam Wangmo) at the first Golden Coconut Awards at China’s Hainan Island International Film Festival (Hiiff) on Sunday night (December 8).
Both films, in the Tibetan language and Uighur language respectively, coincidentally touch on ethnic minority issues in China.
The Golden Coconut Awards are a new addition this year, handing out cash prizes in 10 categories among films selected for the festival’s international competition for feature,...
Pema Tsedan’s Balloon was named best picture while Wang Lina’s A First Farewell took awards for best director and best actress (Sonam Wangmo) at the first Golden Coconut Awards at China’s Hainan Island International Film Festival (Hiiff) on Sunday night (December 8).
Both films, in the Tibetan language and Uighur language respectively, coincidentally touch on ethnic minority issues in China.
The Golden Coconut Awards are a new addition this year, handing out cash prizes in 10 categories among films selected for the festival’s international competition for feature,...
- 12/9/2019
- by 1100978¦Silvia Wong¦0¦
- ScreenDaily
Great news UK readers and fans of Rurouni Kenshin! The final chapter of the live-action version of Nobuhiro Watsuki’s best-selling manga will finally hit the cinemas of the UK.
Rurouni Kenshin: The Legend Ends, directed by Keishi Ohtomo, will be released on 17th April. The movie features Tekeru Satoh, Emi Takei, Munetaka Aoki, Kaito Oyagi, Tatsuya Fujiwara, among other actors. With a running time of more than two hours and some of the most incredible jaw dropping sword fight scenes this film will for sure please hardcore fans and noobies.
Rurouni Kenshin: The Legend Ends
Director: Keishi Ohtomo
Screenwriter: Nobuhiro Watsuki (manga), Kiyomi Fuji, Keishi Ohtomo
Cast: Tatsuya Fijiwara, Tekeru Sato, Emi Takei, Masaharu Fukuyama, Min Tanaka
Photography: Takuro Ishizaka
Production: Japan | 2014
Original Title: Ruroni Kenshin: Densetsu no saigo-hen
Genre: Action | Adventure | Drama
Duration: 134 minutes
Release: 17th April, 2015 (UK)
The final battle is near. Shishio now armed...
Rurouni Kenshin: The Legend Ends, directed by Keishi Ohtomo, will be released on 17th April. The movie features Tekeru Satoh, Emi Takei, Munetaka Aoki, Kaito Oyagi, Tatsuya Fujiwara, among other actors. With a running time of more than two hours and some of the most incredible jaw dropping sword fight scenes this film will for sure please hardcore fans and noobies.
Rurouni Kenshin: The Legend Ends
Director: Keishi Ohtomo
Screenwriter: Nobuhiro Watsuki (manga), Kiyomi Fuji, Keishi Ohtomo
Cast: Tatsuya Fijiwara, Tekeru Sato, Emi Takei, Masaharu Fukuyama, Min Tanaka
Photography: Takuro Ishizaka
Production: Japan | 2014
Original Title: Ruroni Kenshin: Densetsu no saigo-hen
Genre: Action | Adventure | Drama
Duration: 134 minutes
Release: 17th April, 2015 (UK)
The final battle is near. Shishio now armed...
- 3/1/2015
- by Sebastian Nadilo
- AsianMoviePulse
Warner Bros UK should be commended for bringing the sword swinging action in the Rurouni Kenshin live action films to cinemas in the island nation. They have faithfully brought the first two fims and the trilogy will be complete when Rurouni Kenshin 3: The Legend Ends hits cinemas on March 6th. We have the brand new poster artwork to share with you below. And we have included the trailer as well to remind you of the excellent swordplay on display. All good things must come to an end and in Keishi Ohtomo's live-action final chapter of Nobuhiro Watsuki's best-selling manga, fans will be awestruck by some of the most amazing sword-fighting action scenes ever seen on film!Following on from the Rurouni Kenshin: Kyoto Inferno cliff-hanger; in this...
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- 2/16/2015
- Screen Anarchy
Ruroni Kenshin The Great Kyoto Fire Arc Trailer. Keishi Ohtomo‘s Ruroni Kenshin: The Great Kyoto Fire Arc / Ruroni Kenshin: Kyoto Taika-hen (2014) movie trailer stars Tatsuya Fujiwara, Yu Aoi, Takeru Sato, Emi Takei, and Min Tanaka. “Kenshin Himura (Takeru Satoh) goes up against pure evil Makoto Shishio (Fujiwara Tatsuya), who [...]
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- 3/26/2014
- by Rollo Tomasi
- Film-Book
Director: Keishi Ohtomo
Release Date: Summer – 2014
Cast:
Takeru Sato – Kenshin Himura
Tatsuya Fujiwara – Makoto Shishio
Emi Takei – Kaoru Kamiya
Yu Aoi – Megumi Takani
Munetaka Aoki – Sanosuke Sagara
Yosuke Eguchi – Hajime Saito
Plot:
Former legendary assassin Kenshin Himura (Takeru Sato) has now become a wandering samurai. Offerring aid & protecting those in need as atonement for his past deeds. During this time Kenshin Himura comes across and aides Kaoru Kamiya (Emi Takei). Her father opened the Kamiya Kasshin-ryu, a kendo school located in Tokyo and Kaoru is now an instructor there. Kaoru then invites Kenshin to stay at her dojo. Their relationship develops further, but Kenshin is still haunted by his violent past.
The two upcoming Rurouni Kenshin movies entitled “Rurouni Kenshin: The Great Kyoto Fire Arc” and “Rurouni Kenshin: The End of a Legend Arc” are said to be released in summer 2014.
source:asianwiki...
Release Date: Summer – 2014
Cast:
Takeru Sato – Kenshin Himura
Tatsuya Fujiwara – Makoto Shishio
Emi Takei – Kaoru Kamiya
Yu Aoi – Megumi Takani
Munetaka Aoki – Sanosuke Sagara
Yosuke Eguchi – Hajime Saito
Plot:
Former legendary assassin Kenshin Himura (Takeru Sato) has now become a wandering samurai. Offerring aid & protecting those in need as atonement for his past deeds. During this time Kenshin Himura comes across and aides Kaoru Kamiya (Emi Takei). Her father opened the Kamiya Kasshin-ryu, a kendo school located in Tokyo and Kaoru is now an instructor there. Kaoru then invites Kenshin to stay at her dojo. Their relationship develops further, but Kenshin is still haunted by his violent past.
The two upcoming Rurouni Kenshin movies entitled “Rurouni Kenshin: The Great Kyoto Fire Arc” and “Rurouni Kenshin: The End of a Legend Arc” are said to be released in summer 2014.
source:asianwiki...
- 12/20/2013
- by kingofkungfu
- AsianMoviePulse
Filth | Sunshine On Leith | The Perverts Guide To Ideology | For Those In Peril | How I Live Now | The Crash Reel | Thanks For Sharing | Camp 14 | The To Do List | Emperor
Filth (18)
(Jon S Baird, 2013, UK) James McAvoy, Jamie Bell, Eddie Marsan, Imogen Poots. 97 mins
Drugs, sleaze, sex, Scots, Irvine Welsh – is it 1996 again? This is just as energetic as Trainspotting, but less hip and more theatrically grim, wallowing in the debauchery and mania of a copper bent way out of shape. The only subtlety to be found is on the face of McAvoy, whose committed performance holds it all together.
Sunshine On Leith (PG)
(Dexter Fletcher, 2013, UK) George MacKay, Kevin Guthrie. 100 mins
It worked for Abba, so why not the Proclaimers? Basing an Edinburgh love story around their music turns out to be a fine idea.
The Pervert's Guide To Ideology (15)
(Sophie Fiennes, 2013, UK) 133 mins
Slavoj Žižek gives an absorbing, annotated...
Filth (18)
(Jon S Baird, 2013, UK) James McAvoy, Jamie Bell, Eddie Marsan, Imogen Poots. 97 mins
Drugs, sleaze, sex, Scots, Irvine Welsh – is it 1996 again? This is just as energetic as Trainspotting, but less hip and more theatrically grim, wallowing in the debauchery and mania of a copper bent way out of shape. The only subtlety to be found is on the face of McAvoy, whose committed performance holds it all together.
Sunshine On Leith (PG)
(Dexter Fletcher, 2013, UK) George MacKay, Kevin Guthrie. 100 mins
It worked for Abba, so why not the Proclaimers? Basing an Edinburgh love story around their music turns out to be a fine idea.
The Pervert's Guide To Ideology (15)
(Sophie Fiennes, 2013, UK) 133 mins
Slavoj Žižek gives an absorbing, annotated...
- 10/5/2013
- by Steve Rose
- The Guardian - Film News
From a collection of graphic novels, to an animated television series, to Playstation video games – it seems that the natural progression of the Rurouni Kenshin franchise is a move into cinema, and this popular Japanese manga has finally made its way to the big screen. Though it may not be particularly well known outside of East Asia, with a theatrical release in over 60 nations worldwide, perhaps it’s about time we got to know what Rurouni Kenshin is all about.
Directed by Keishi Ohtomo, we set foot into 1868, in the aftermath of the brutal Bakumatsu war. We delve into the life of Kenshin (Takeru Satô), a former assassin who, in a bid to repent for past sins, has decided to protect the locals, living by an oath to never kill again, One of those in need is Kaoru Kamiya (Emi Takei), a fearsome yet vulnerable woman who seeks in defending...
Directed by Keishi Ohtomo, we set foot into 1868, in the aftermath of the brutal Bakumatsu war. We delve into the life of Kenshin (Takeru Satô), a former assassin who, in a bid to repent for past sins, has decided to protect the locals, living by an oath to never kill again, One of those in need is Kaoru Kamiya (Emi Takei), a fearsome yet vulnerable woman who seeks in defending...
- 10/2/2013
- by Stefan Pape
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
You can’t keep a wandering Samurai down. Take a look at the latest UK trailer for Keishi Ohtomo’s latest actioner “Rurouni Kenshin”, based on the popular manga. Apparently back in feudal Japan Samurais started really young, because the main character here, who is supposed to be a badass swordsman who has been active for the last 10 years or so, looks barely 17. Must be the good wandering Samurai food. And the pop music soundtrack never hurts, I suppose. Ex-assassin Kenshin Himura (Takeru Satô) has made a vow never to kill again. Now a wandering samurai, Kenshin protects those in hope of reparation. Finding a home at a failing dojo run by Miss Kaoru (Emi Takei), he becomes entangled in a string of murders related to a drug ring run by the ruthless Kanryuu (Teruyuki Kagawa). Rurouni Kenshin follows the story of a man avoiding violence — but will his vow...
- 10/1/2013
- by Nix
- Beyond Hollywood
Directed by Keishi Ohtomo, Rurouni Kenshin is a live-action adaptation of the well-regarded manga written by Nobuhiro Watsuki and stars Takeru Satô as the titular character alongside Emi Takei, Yû Aoi, Teruyuki Kagawa, Yôsuke Eguchi, Munetaka Aoki and Kôji Kikkawa.
Ex-assassin Kenshin Himura (Takeru Satô) has made a vow never to kill again. Now a wandering samurai, Kenshin protects those in hope of reparation. Finding a home at a failing dojo run by Miss Kaoru (Emi Takei), he becomes entangled in a string of murders related to a drug ring run by the ruthless Kanryuu (Teruyuki Kagawa).
Rurouni Kenshin follows the story of a man avoiding violence – but will his vow be put to the test when those he loves are threatened by his troubled past?
Rurouni Kenshin is released in UK cinemas on October 4th.
Ex-assassin Kenshin Himura (Takeru Satô) has made a vow never to kill again. Now a wandering samurai, Kenshin protects those in hope of reparation. Finding a home at a failing dojo run by Miss Kaoru (Emi Takei), he becomes entangled in a string of murders related to a drug ring run by the ruthless Kanryuu (Teruyuki Kagawa).
Rurouni Kenshin follows the story of a man avoiding violence – but will his vow be put to the test when those he loves are threatened by his troubled past?
Rurouni Kenshin is released in UK cinemas on October 4th.
- 9/12/2013
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
Official Synopsis: Japan is about to enter the Meiji era and transition from the Middle Ages to industrialization. The samurai have no place in this modern society where warriors are less useful than traders. Unemployed, having lost the right to wear the sword, and facing guns and cannons, the samurai will gradually disappear into legend. Kenshin is one of such lost warrior. Once a grand master of the sword he is now a vagabond, wandering the roads of Japan. However, his chivalry and courage will make this one-time mercenary a loved and respected vigilante. Click here to see Movie Poster #1. Click here to see Movie Poster #2. Click here to see Trailer #1. Click here to see Trailer #2. Running Time: Unknown Release Date: August 25, 2012 (Japan) MPAA Rating: Unknown Starring: Yû Aoi, Teruyuki Kagawa and Takeru Sato Directed by: Keishi Ōtomo Written by: Nobuhiro Watsuki (manga, Kiyomi Fujii (screenplay)and Keishi Ohtomo (screenplay...
- 7/16/2012
- ComicBookMovie.com
If you like samurai action flicks with a hefty dose of style and blood, then director Keishi Ohtomo’s upcoming endeavor “Rurouni Kenshin” is a motion picture that you should strongly concern yourself with. I’ve been told that the manga is worth reading, though, honestly, I doubt I’ll ever get around to checking it out. Here’s hoping the movie makes for a suitable substitution. I’m sure the manga’s fans will chime in once this thing hits theaters later this year. Need a synopsis? I happen to have one in my pocket: Former legendary assassin Kenshin Himura has now become a wandering samurai. Offerring aid & protecting those in need as atonement for his past deeds. During this time comes across and aides Kaoru Kamiya. Her father opened the Kamiya Kasshin-ryu, a kendo school located in Tokyo and Kaoru is now an instructor there. Kaoru then invites...
- 7/1/2012
- by Todd Rigney
- Beyond Hollywood
If the teaser for director Keishi Ohtomo’s upcoming adaptation of the popular manga “Rurouni Kenshin” didn’t get jazzed for the film’s late-summer release in Japan, then I strongly believe that the English-subtitled trailer embedded below should do the trick. After all, it features all sorts of crazy samurai conflict, all of which is presented in an insanely stylish fashion. It’s a shame the release date is so far off. Curse the slow and cruel progression of time! This handy synopsis is ready to bring you up to speed: Former legendary assassin Kenshin Himura has now become a wandering samurai. Offerring aid & protecting those in need as atonement for his past deeds. During this time comes across and aides Kaoru Kamiya. Her father opened the Kamiya Kasshin-ryu, a kendo school located in Tokyo and Kaoru is now an instructor there. Kaoru then invites Kenshin to stay at her dojo.
- 3/16/2012
- by Todd Rigney
- Beyond Hollywood
Ruroni Kenshin Trailer. Keishi Ohtomo‘s Ruroni Kenshin (2012) movie trailer stars Takeru Sato, Yu Aoi, Teruyuki Kagawa, Yosuke Eguchi, and Emi Takei. Ruroni Kenshin: Meiji kenkaku roman tan‘s plot synopsis: “takes place during the early Meiji era in Japan, telling the story of a peaceful wanderer named Himura Kenshin, formerly known as the assassin “Hitokiri Battosai”. [...]
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- 3/14/2012
- by R.W.
- Film-Book
One of my personal favourite manga/anime
The original manga told the story of a wanderer ‘Kenshin’ who wanders Japan offering protection and aid to those in need as atonement for the murders he once committed as an assassin.
The film is being produced and distributed by Warner Bros.
Official Synopsis: Japan is about to enter the Meiji era and transition from the Middle Ages to industrialization. The samurai have no place in this modern society where warriors are less useful than traders. Unemployed, having lost the right to wear the sword, and facing guns and cannons, the samurai will gradually disappear into legend. Kenshin is one of such lost warrior. Once a grand master of the sword he is now a vagabond, wandering the roads of Japan. However, his chivalry and courage will make this one-time mercenary a loved and respected vigilante.
Starring: Yû Aoi, Teruyuki Kagawa and Takeru Sato...
The original manga told the story of a wanderer ‘Kenshin’ who wanders Japan offering protection and aid to those in need as atonement for the murders he once committed as an assassin.
The film is being produced and distributed by Warner Bros.
Official Synopsis: Japan is about to enter the Meiji era and transition from the Middle Ages to industrialization. The samurai have no place in this modern society where warriors are less useful than traders. Unemployed, having lost the right to wear the sword, and facing guns and cannons, the samurai will gradually disappear into legend. Kenshin is one of such lost warrior. Once a grand master of the sword he is now a vagabond, wandering the roads of Japan. However, his chivalry and courage will make this one-time mercenary a loved and respected vigilante.
Starring: Yû Aoi, Teruyuki Kagawa and Takeru Sato...
- 3/13/2012
- by Tiger33
- AsianMoviePulse
Source: Japanator After that awesome trailer that emerged for Rurouni Kenshin, buzz for the anime adaption really picked up and I promised you guys I would start following the production of the movie a little more closely. Here are some new stills that do nothing to dissuade the notion created from that initial trailer that Rurouni Kenshin will stop nothing short of epic. That's Battousai the Manslayer vs. Jinei Udo for those of you unfamiliar with the anime/manga. Running Time: Unknown Release Date: August 25, 2012 (Japan) MPAA Rating: Unknown Starring: Yû Aoi, Teruyuki Kagawa and Takeru Sato Directed by: Keishi Ōtomo Written by: Nobuhiro Watsuki (manga, Kiyomi Fujii (screenplay)and Keishi Ohtomo (screenplay ) Produced by: Warner Bros., with actual film production done by Studio Swan Follow @MarkJulianCBM !function(d,s,id){var js,fjs=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];if(!d.getElementById(id)){js=d.createElement(s);js.id=id;js.src="//platform.
- 1/7/2012
- ComicBookMovie.com
Although the film’s release date is still a long time off — August 25th, 2012 to be exact — Warner Japan has officially unleashed a teaser for director Keishi Ohtomo’s “Rurouni Kenshin”. The flick, of course, is an adaptation of Watsuki Nobuhiro’s manga, which was published from 1994 to 1999 in Weekly Shonen Jump. Have I read an issue of the aforementioned comic book? Not a single one. Thankfully, you don’t need to have properly investigate “Rurouni Kenshin” to enjoy the trailer embedded below. It’s pretty freaking awesome. If, like me, you’re unfamiliar with the storyline, you should read this: Former legendary assassin Kenshin Himura (Takeru Sato) has now become a wandering samurai. Offerring aid & protecting those in need as atonement for his past deeds. During this time comes across and aides Kaoru Kamiya (Emi Takei). Her father opened the Kamiya Kasshin-ryu, a kendo school located in Tokyo and...
- 12/19/2011
- by Todd Rigney
- Beyond Hollywood
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