Gorgeous Butterfly: Young Nobunaga
Gorgeous Butterfly: Young Nobunaga

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Gorgeous Butterfly: Young Nobunaga

2019
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
Japanese

The series is a historical drama aesthetically and boldly adapting the life of Oda Nobunaga in his teens up to his time as a warlord against his brother, Nobuyuki.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Kiyoshi SasabeGenres: Drama, History, Biography

Plot Summary

This film chronicles the turbulent early life of Oda Nobunaga, the influential warlord who paved the way for Japan's unification. It delves into his rebellious youth, his struggles with family expectations, and the events that forged his legendary ambition and ruthlessness. The narrative highlights his complex relationships and his unwavering drive to reshape the Sengoku period.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed to positive reception, praised for its historical portrayal and the lead actor's performance, though some critics found the pacing uneven. Audience response was generally favorable, appreciating the dramatic retelling of a pivotal historical figure's formative years.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its dramatic portrayal of Nobunaga's early life and ambition.

  • The performance of Yuto Tsuruga as the young Nobunaga was a highlight for many reviewers.

  • Some viewers noted the film's narrative could be more tightly paced.

Google audience: Information not readily available.

Fun Fact

The film focuses on the lesser-explored period of Oda Nobunaga's youth, aiming to provide a fresh perspective on his rise to power.

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