Samurai Sentai Shinkenger the Movie: The Fateful War
Samurai Sentai Shinkenger the Movie: The Fateful War

Samurai Sentai Shinkenger the Movie: The Fateful War

2009Movie20 minJapanese

Taking place in between Shinkenger Acts 22 and 23, the Shinkengers battle the newly revived Kusare Gedoushu Aburame Manpuku and his army for three days. The wounded and tired Shinkengers nearly lose, had the Kusare Gedoushu not needed to regain energy by soaking in the Sanzu River. As their wounds are treated, Jii reveals they he has found the Secret Disk used by the first Shinken Red to seal Manpuku at the Genryu Temple, which lies in the middle of Kusare Gedoushu territory.

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IMDb6.7/10
Director: Kōichi SakamotoGenres: Action, Tokusatsu, Super Sentai, Sci-fi

Plot Summary

In this cinematic installment of Samurai Sentai Shinkenger, the Shinkengers face a dire threat from the Gedoushu. A mysterious organization known as the Genta, who claim to be descendants of the original Shinkengers, emerge and challenge the current team. The Shinkengers must uncover the truth behind the Genta's claims and battle a powerful new enemy that threatens both the human world and the Netherworld.

Critical Reception

As a direct tie-in to the popular Samurai Sentai Shinkenger television series, the movie was generally well-received by its target audience, who appreciated the continued action, character development, and expanded lore. While not widely reviewed by mainstream critics, it served its purpose as an exciting adventure for fans of the Super Sentai franchise.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its exciting action sequences and visual effects typical of the Super Sentai genre.
  • Appreciated by fans for deepening the mythos of the Shinkengers and introducing new elements.
  • The plot provides a satisfying, self-contained adventure that complements the television series.

Google audience: Audience reception for this film is primarily within fan communities and discussions related to the Super Sentai series, where it is generally viewed as a solid addition to the Shinkenger saga.

Fun Fact

The film features the return of several actors from the Kamen Rider series, with director Kōichi Sakamoto being a prominent figure in both the Kamen Rider and Super Sentai franchises.

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