Goemon Rock
Goemon Rock

Goemon Rock

2009Movie189 minJapanese

In 2008, the overwhelmingly popular SHINKANSEN has turned Tokyo and Osaka into whirls of excitement. With a live band playing the music on stage, “GOEMON ROCK” is filled with songs, dances, laughter and tears in the detonating sound of rock music. It is a must-see performance that makes every bit of the stage simply explosive.

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IMDb6.0/10
Google Users60%
Director: Kazuaki KiriyaGenres: Action, Fantasy, Historical

Plot Summary

In a fantastical feudal Japan, the legendary samurai Ishikawa Goemon, now a skilled thief, lives in hiding. He becomes entangled in a conspiracy involving a mysterious woman, a ruthless shogun, and a quest for a powerful artifact. Goemon must decide whether to return to his former life as a hero and confront the oppressive regime that wronged him.

Critical Reception

Goemon Rock was met with mixed reviews, with praise for its stunning visuals and ambitious scope, but criticism for its convoluted plot and uneven pacing. Audiences were divided, with some appreciating its unique blend of historical fantasy and action, while others found it overwhelming and difficult to follow.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its breathtaking visual effects and imaginative world-building.
  • Criticized for a plot that is often confusing and difficult to follow.
  • Some found the action sequences exciting, while others felt they were repetitive.

Google audience: Google users appreciated the film's unique visual style and fantastical elements, but many found the story to be overly complicated and lacking clear direction.

Fun Fact

The film is loosely based on the legend of Ishikawa Goemon, a famous Japanese outlaw who was a historical figure from the Sengoku period.

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