Nihon Koso Retto — Sangokushi
A case of match-fixing was discovered in the university baseball league. Their coach, Kurosawa (Sugawara Takuma) is made to hold an emergency press conference, where the media accused the prestigious Kirin University of match-fixing, with Kurosawa being pressured to take the fall. Harangued at every turn and convinced of a criminal conspiracy going to the top, Kurosawa turns to his old friend Aramasa Bunji (Motomiya Yasukaze), a fellow Kirin University alum and now a real estate company president, for help. Bunji reaches out to his "brothers", the "grey area" day-traders the Odagiri siblings (Yabe Kyosuke and Minami Keisuke) and the heir apparent of the Osaka-based yakuza Kiyotake Family, Kiyotake Yoshitora (Sakaki Hideo) to investigate Kurosawa's lead ...
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Plot Summary
This animated historical fantasy film is set during the turbulent Three Kingdoms period of ancient China, a time rife with conflict and ambition. It follows the stories of various legendary warriors and strategists as they navigate treacherous alliances, epic battles, and power struggles in their quest to unify the land. The narrative explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the true meaning of leadership amidst the chaos of war.
Critical Reception
The film received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its stunning animation, fast-paced action sequences, and compelling character portrayals. Audiences appreciated the fresh take on a classic historical epic, though some noted that the dense plot might be challenging for those unfamiliar with the source material.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its high-quality animation and dynamic fight choreography.
- Commended for its faithful yet engaging adaptation of classic historical narratives.
- Noted for its accessible portrayal of complex characters and political intrigue.
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Fun Fact
The film is based on the famous Chinese historical novel 'Romance of the Three Kingdoms' by Luo Guanzhong, which has been adapted into numerous forms of media over centuries.
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