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Rurouni Kenshin Part III: The Legend Ends
るろうに剣心 伝説の最期編
2014 135 min Japan R 16+
★7.4
Action, Adventure, Fantasy
Director: Keishi Otomo
💬 Based on the comic
«Rurouni Kenshin»
byNobuhiro Watsuki
Trailers
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Description
Shishio sets sail in his ironclad ship to bring down the government. In order to stop him, Kenshin trains with his old master to learn his final technique.
Starring
Takeru Satoh
Actor
Tatsuya Fujiwara
Actor
Emi Takei
Actor
Awards
Asian Film Academy 2015
— Best Actor
Key opinion
Rurouni Kenshin: The Legend Ends serves as a visually polished and emotionally resonant conclusion to the trilogy, successfully delivering a satisfying payoff for many viewers. However, the film faces significant criticism regarding its departure from the source material and the compressed handling of its large ensemble cast.
| Production | The production design, including costumes and sets, is exceptionally high quality and visually immersive. | |
| Score | The musical score provides a strong, harmonious accompaniment that enhances the film's atmosphere. | |
| Acting | Action choreography is gripping and stands as a highlight of the viewing experience. | |
| Adaptation | The adaptation of character arcs and relationships is divisive; fans of the source material frequently criticize deviations, while others appreciate the emotional payoff despite the changes. | |
| Screenplay | Opinions on character development are split; some find the portrayals deep and resonant, while others argue that the ensemble cast is relegated to superficial costume appearances with insufficient screen time. |