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Ninja Scroll (1986) Reviews

Ninja Scroll (1986)
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Removed from the typical futuristic element of most Japanese animated adventures, this 1994 feature takes place in more of a sword-and-sorcery epic set in feudal Japan. Jubei Kipagami, a ninja mercenary, wanders the countryside in search of work. On his travels, he encounters Kagero, a female ninja whose poisoned blood causes her pale skin to be lethal to the touch. Jubei rescues the woman from Tessai, a creature made of rock. They later find that Tessai is one of the Eight Devils of Kimon, who are involved in a plot to overthrow the Shogun. A story of impossible love between Jubei and Kagero is somewhat interesting, but the true draw of Ninja Scroll is its action sequences. The dazzling swordplay of Japanese live-action samurai movies is not often seen in the animated genre, which tends more towards science fiction; however, this animated work has fight scenes in abundance. Although its content is too strong for children, adult fans of Japanese animation, samurai films, and fantasy should find it enjoyable.
~ Jonathan E. Laxamana, Rovi

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Director(s):
Yoshiaki Kawajiri
Format(s):
DVD
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M.Elizabeth B.

This was a great movie. I saw it years ago when my brother brought it home, and I just loved it. Fantastic action, graphics, music, storyline. The hero and heroine were well thought about and a lot of effort was put into this film, I feel. It also made me cry -and I love movies that can do that. However, one thing that continually bothers me about much Japanimation or such movies is they are either 'NR' or have no rating PERIOD -there's not even an 'NR'. For those of you who haven't seen it and might be... shall we say, delicate?, this movie has A LOT of nudity and sexuality. Otherwise, you gotta see this. Really. ^.^

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Dantly W.

The impact this movie had on me when i first viewed it was nothing less than mind blowing. with anime its not all about how smooth the animation is or how good or bad the voice acting. it's about how powerful the story is demonstrated to you. And this story with it's dramatic, bloody, and hard core fighting scenes are not found anywhere else accept in amime. Great movie.

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Kevin H.

I have not seen any Ninja/Samurai animation movie better than this. For the last 20 years, nothing comes close to this movie. This is the best.

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Derek K.

Best Ninja/Samurai anime ever thats all that needs to be said great movie

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Juan N.

In my opinion this is the best Ninja anime movie out there. A good story, great animation and great battles.

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Troy P.

A classic kung fu type movie. Similiar to the Five Deadly Venoms or other classic kung fu era movies. When mentioning anime you must say Ninja Scroll as to let anyone know what level you expect to see of anime.

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Michael G.

For those confused as to why anime is popular, understandable if you've sat through anything Pokemon, watch this as a reintroduction to the genre. Only item that bugged me was Jubei's accent in the English dub. Sounds like he received ninja training on Long Island.

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Lois L.

Great movie and action

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Loretta L.

This was one of the best anime I've ever seen! So get up and go get this movie ... now!

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Juan N.

the animation is just so awesome,the story is great one of the best japanimation movies out there.In my opinion ninja scroll and fist ot the north star are the best movies in this genre out there!!!! p.s.the part where the rock guy throws his sword like a boomerang is one of my favorite scenes of any animated movie.

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    M.Elizabeth B.

    This was a great movie. I saw it years ago when my brother brought it home, and I just loved it. Fantastic action, graphics, music, storyline. The hero and heroine were well thought about and a lot of effort was put into this film, I feel. It also made me cry -and I love movies that can do that. However, one thing that continually bothers me about much Japanimation or such movies is they are either 'NR' or have no rating PERIOD -there's not even an 'NR'. For those of you who haven't seen it and might be... shall we say, delicate?, this movie has A LOT of nudity and sexuality. Otherwise, you gotta see this. Really. ^.^

    Yes   |   No

     
    Dantly W.

    The impact this movie had on me when i first viewed it was nothing less than mind blowing. with anime its not all about how smooth the animation is or how good or bad the voice acting. it's about how powerful the story is demonstrated to you. And this story with it's dramatic, bloody, and hard core fighting scenes are not found anywhere else accept in amime. Great movie.

    Yes   |   No

     
    Kevin H.

    I have not seen any Ninja/Samurai animation movie better than this. For the last 20 years, nothing comes close to this movie. This is the best.

    Yes   |   No

     
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