Rurouni Kenshin Part I: Origins
Following the tumultuous end of the Bakumatsu war in 1868, *Rurouni Kenshin: Origins* presents a striking re-imagining of the samurai narrative. It’s not a celebration of martial prowess, but a portrait of a haunted wanderer, Kenshin Himura, burdened by a past as a ruthless assassin and seeking atonement through a vow of non-killing. The film charts his early path across a fragile, reforming Japan, offering glimpses into the brutal origins of his skill and the agonizing cost of peace. Instead of glorifying battle, the action sequences emphasize the weight of violence and the profound psychological toll it takes on both the wielder and the witness. The film deftly contrasts the vibrant, hopeful energy of the Meiji Restoration with the enduring shadows of war, exploring the challenge of building a new society upon layers of unresolved trauma and personal guilt, creating a tense atmosphere steeped in bittersweet reflection.
Rolprentbesonderhede
- Regisseur
- Keishi Otomo
- Vrystellingsdatum
- 2012-08-25
- Looptyd
- 134 min
- Gradering
- 7.5 / 10 (924)
