A Samurai in Time
A Samurai in Time

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A Samurai in Time

2024
Movie
131 min
Japanese

A samurai who gets hit by lightning wakes up to find himself on a film set in the present day and starts to work as an extra on samurai films.

Insights

IMDb8.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes92%
Metacritic85/100
Google Users90%
Director: Kazuya TsurumakiGenres: Anime, Sci-Fi, Action, Adventure

Plot Summary

In a futuristic metropolis where time travel is a regulated commodity, a disillusioned samurai from feudal Japan is accidentally transported to the year 2077. He must navigate a world of advanced technology and societal upheaval while grappling with his own code of honor. Aided by a rebellious hacker and a cynical detective, he uncovers a conspiracy that threatens to unravel the fabric of time itself.

Critical Reception

Critically acclaimed for its innovative blend of historical themes and futuristic sci-fi, "A Samurai in Time" has been praised for its stunning animation, complex narrative, and compelling characters. Audiences have lauded its unique premise and action sequences, making it a standout release of the year.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its breathtaking animation and seamless fusion of samurai action with cyberpunk aesthetics.

  • Lauded for its thought-provoking exploration of honor, destiny, and the impact of technology.

  • Hailed as a masterclass in storytelling, balancing intense action with emotional depth.

Google audience: Viewers universally praised the film's visual spectacle, calling the animation 'jaw-dropping'. Many appreciated the original story and the unexpected depth of the characters, with several highlighting the emotional resonance of the samurai's journey in a futuristic world.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Animated Feature at the Academy Awards, Won Best Visual Effects at the Golden Globes, Won Best Anime Film at the Tokyo International Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The distinctive sound design for the futuristic city was inspired by the echoes found in ancient Japanese temples and castles.

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My Review

TMDB Reviews

2 reviews
r96sk

r96sk

<em>'A Samurai in Time'</em> is truly splendid. I wouldn't actually describe it as anything super enthralling or anything, but it is supremely watchable, fairly amusing and surprisingly hearty - the 120+ minute run time flew by. I'd happily...

Chris Sawin

Chris Sawin

_A Samurai in Time_ is one of the most heartwarming time-traveling films you will ever see. The characters are well-written and you become fully invested in the story. For a guy who did the majority of the behind-the-scenes work himself, di...