Lady Ninja Kasumi 6: Yukimura Assasination
Lady Ninja Kasumi 6: Yukimura Assasination

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Lady Ninja Kasumi 6: Yukimura Assasination

2008
Movie
80 min
Japanese

The story revolves around a man named Takuma who works under the legendary samurai Sanada Yukimura teaching a secret technique called “Kakure Musou”. However, Sanada won't allow Takuma to actually fight for him because he's hampered by a painful disease of the eyes. It's the worst kind of humiliation for a warrior like Takuma. A woman, played by Asami (Sukeban Boy, The Machine Girl), eventually makes a special medicine that helps him recover from his affliction. Meanwhile, Kasumi is sent to investigate a bandit who intends to assassinate Sanada. As the threat of assassination draws closer the shocking truth is exposed and Kasumi is forced to face off against an unlikely betrayer.

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IMDb5.4/10
Director: Yoshihiro HagiwaraGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

Kasumi, a skilled ninja assassin, is drawn into a dangerous mission to prevent the assassination of Yukimura Sanada. She must navigate treacherous conspiracies and confront powerful adversaries who seek to destabilize the region.

Critical Reception

This installment in the Lady Ninja series received mixed to negative reviews, often cited for its low production values and uninspired plot. While some appreciated the action sequences, the overall execution and narrative coherence were frequently criticized.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised by some for its fight choreography.

  • Criticized for a convoluted and predictable plot.

  • Noted for its poor visual effects and acting.

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Fun Fact

The 'Lady Ninja Kasumi' series is known for its direct-to-video releases and often features a distinct V-cinema aesthetic common in Japanese independent action films of the era.

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