Ashura
Adapted from the successful play, the film takes place in 19th-century Japan, where a war between demons and their slayers is fought. Izumo, a kabuki actor with a demon-slaying past, meets and falls in love with Tsubaki. However, something is not right, as mysterious marks appear on her body as time progresses. At the same time, it is announced that Ashura, the queen of all demons, will be resurrected and bring destruction to the universe.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | 阿修羅城の瞳 |
| Year | 2005 |
| Country | Japan |
| Genre | Fantasy, Action, Horror |
| Director | Yojiro Takita |
| Runtime | 119 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 5.1/10 (21 votes) |
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The film constructs its universe by relying on the aesthetics of kabuki and Japanese folklore, where the demonic and human are intertwined in a bizarre dance. It explores the theatricality of fate and the weight of destiny through stylized visuals.
What lingers after the viewing is the operatic tragedy of love and duty, framed by sword clashes that feel like choreographed poetry and a color palette drawn from ancient prints. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Yojiro Takita
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