Come Back! Samurai Sentai Shinkenger: Special Act
The film begins with the Shinkengers defeating the Ayakashi Demebakuto. As he assumes his second life, he captures the Shinkengers in mirrors as he sends them into a series of different dimensions (all different film genres) in order make them suffer for his amusement before actually killing them. First, the Shinkengers appear in the jidaigeki Lord's log of Notable Events, fighting a group of samurai, shortly followed by a Western showdown between Genta and Ginshirō, the owner of the rival sushi stand Silver Zushi, over whose food is better in Wild Grip. Then the scene changes again to the cop drama Passionate Version with the vassals as cops while Takeru is being held hostage as the Shinkengers starts to realize that something is wrong.
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Plot Summary
One year after defeating the Gedoushu, the Shinkengers are living their normal lives. However, a new threat emerges in the form of an alien creature that feeds on despair, and it begins targeting the Shinkengers one by one. The former rangers must reunite and overcome their doubts and fears to protect the world once again.
Critical Reception
As a direct-to-video sequel to a popular Super Sentai series, this special act was generally well-received by fans for its continuation of the beloved characters and its action sequences. While not subjected to traditional film criticism, it satisfied the existing fanbase by providing closure and further adventures.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for bringing back the Shinkenger team for one last mission.
- Appreciated by fans for its action and character moments.
- Seen as a satisfying epilogue to the TV series.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the nostalgic appeal of seeing the Shinkengers back in action and appreciate the effort to provide a definitive conclusion to their story. Fans enjoyed the renewed chemistry between the cast members.
Fun Fact
This special served as a proper send-off for the Shinkengers, bridging the gap between their TV series finale and their appearance in the crossover movie 'Gokaiger vs. Goseiger: Grand Power'.
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