Ninku: Tomb of Knives
Ninku: Tomb of Knives

Ninku: Tomb of Knives

1994Movie45 minJapanese

This was shown as part of the "Jump Super Anime Tour" of October 1994, prior to the Ninku TV series.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: Koichi ChigiraGenres: Animation, Action, Adventure, Fantasy

Plot Summary

In the world of Ninku, individuals with supernatural powers, known as Ninku, are revered and feared. The story follows a group of these powerful warriors as they are drawn into a conflict involving ancient artifacts and a mysterious organization seeking to exploit their abilities. Their journey is fraught with peril as they uncover secrets about their own powers and the dark forces that threaten their world.

Critical Reception

As an anime film from the mid-90s, 'Ninku: The Movie' received a mixed to positive reception primarily within the anime community. It was appreciated for its action sequences and character designs, which were typical of the era's popular shonen anime.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its fast-paced animation and dynamic fight scenes.
  • Appreciated by fans of the original Ninku manga and anime series.
  • Some critics noted that the plot could be convoluted and less accessible to newcomers.

Google audience: Audience reception data is not readily available for this specific film on Google reviews. However, generally, films like Ninku tend to be enjoyed by existing fans of the franchise for their action and character dynamics.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the manga series 'Ninku' by Koji Kiriyama, which was serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump.

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