Sengoku BASARA
Sengoku BASARA

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Sengoku BASARA

2013
Movie
140 min
Japanese

Takarazuka Revue's performance based on Capcom's game.

Insights

IMDb6.4/10
Director: Kōichi SenzakiGenres: Action, Fantasy, Historical

Plot Summary

In a fictionalized feudal Japan, powerful warlords clash in epic battles, driven by ambition and destiny. The story focuses on Date Masamune and Yukimura Sanada as they rise through the ranks, confronting formidable enemies and facing the ultimate threat of Oda Nobunaga.

Critical Reception

The film adaptation of the popular video game series received a mixed to positive reception, generally praised for its over-the-top action and visual spectacle, though some critics found the plot convoluted.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intense, stylish action sequences reminiscent of the games.

  • Appreciated for its colorful cast of historical figures and their exaggerated personas.

  • Some found the plot to be excessively dense and hard to follow.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's faithfulness to the chaotic energy of the Sengoku BASARA games, with many enjoying the visual flair and character portrayals. However, a significant portion of viewers expressed that the narrative could be difficult to grasp without prior knowledge of the series.

Fun Fact

The film features a significant amount of CGI-heavy battle sequences, aiming to replicate the visual flair and exaggerated combat of its video game origins.

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