Starring: Keanu Reeves, Hiroyuki Sanada, Tadanobu Asano
Director: Carl Rinsch
Keanu Reeves is looking mighty fine for a man who is 50 years of age! But sadly, his acting skills have not improved, but that doesn't stop this from being a decent movie.
I found this to be a cross between Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon and The Last Samurai. It had all the fantasy elements of Crouching Tiger and a similar storyline to The Last Samurai but without the intensity.
Keanu plays Kai, a half breed living in ancient Japan when mythical creatures roamed the islands, the Shoguns ruled and Witchcraft was rife. The story centers on the village of Ako and it's leader Lord Asano whose beautiful daughter is in love with the outcast Kai who lives on the outskirts of the village but is loyal to Lord Asano and his Samurai. When the Shogun descends on the village with Lord Kira and his witch Concubine, life takes a turn for the worse for Lord Asano and his Samurai.
Based on the story of 18th century Samurai who avenge their Lord, this film is beautifully shot and the costumes are stunning. While not a particularly powerful film, I did enjoy it for it's scenery and cultural detail.
This rates a 7 out of 10 for me, definitely worth a look.
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