
Based on a Japanese folk legend that echoes the tale of Robin Hood, this ninja thriller follows the exploits of Goemon Ishikawa (Yôsuke Eguchi), who leaves his fighting clan after its chief is murdered and uses his skills as a thief to help the poor. But after learning the identity of his leader's killer - the traitorous Hideyoshi (Eiji Okuda) - Goemon sets out on a bloody path of vengeance, joined by his loyal friend, Saizo (Takao Ôsawa).... (Full plot summary below)
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Based on a Japanese folk legend that echoes the tale of Robin Hood, this ninja thriller follows the exploits of Goemon Ishikawa (Yôsuke Eguchi), who leaves his fighting clan after its chief is murdered and uses his skills as a thief to help the poor. But after learning the identity of his leader's killer - the traitorous Hideyoshi (Eiji Okuda) - Goemon sets out on a bloody path of vengeance, joined by his loyal friend, Saizo (Takao Ôsawa).
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| User ReviewMarc LDon't really care that it was rife of historic inaccuracies. It is a fun movie to watch nonetheless. One of the better movies I watched in a while. If you are a purist, don't bother. Like I said, this movie is meant for fun. |
| User ReviewThomas AAn absolute masterpiece that feels just as much like an anime as it does a live action film. The stunning CGI comes together with some brilliant camera work and a tragic story line to create one of the greatest Japanese films I've seen since 13 Assassins. |
| User ReviewJean-philippe CThis has to be one of the best Japanese films off all time. if you like a great story with a meaning, you have to see this film. ^_^ |
| User ReviewKrista DI just love this movie!!! Every time I see it I see something new that makes it even better to me! I think they did a great job dubbing this movie to English, but if you don't like dubs, just don't look at their mouths, you'll get used to it & then get to enjoy a great movie! |
| User ReviewSteven GGreat film, I actually hope they start remaking anime in this fashion. |
| User ReviewTyler SIf u like jap ninja movies, this the SHIT!!!!!.... Bad ass story n action.. (Netflix) |
| User ReviewAlvaro NAn incredible movie experience that takes the world of anime and brings it into reality. Sometimez over styleazation takes the movie into a unrealistic world that might get in the way of making a perfect movie experince. But overall a must watch for anime fans! Its a movie that must not be missed. |
| User ReviewThomas JGreat movie: Political intriege with plots and subplots, Swords, Ninjas, beautiful actresses, good character development. Worth buying the DVD, since you'll probably watch it over and over again. |
| User ReviewAnthony OPlease don't watch the dubbed version... Great movie, loved all of it! |
| User ReviewJames KThis was like a live action anime. Ridiculous martial arts and I mean that in a good way. Great story, great action, amazing sets and awesome CGI. It is just so much fun. My only downer is i didn't get to see this at the cinema |