A couple of weeks ago I won a double in season pass to see 47 Ronin from my local comic book store All Star Comics, last night we finally went and checked it out.
The 47 Ronin is a well known story of loyalty and honour in the Samurai of old.
You can read more about it here.
47 Ronin directed by Carl Rinsch follows pretty closely with the tale, though at first it seems like it might take some "artistic licensing" with the samurai failing to kill the first monster we come into contact with and ignoring the warnings about the presents of a witch, but the story soon gets back on track with the samurai Oishi (Hiroyuki Sanada) leading everyone back together for the final revenge for their master.
The monsters are well done and weave a touch of magic into the tale.
You could read the characters minds through subtle yet pointed moves and changes of mood.
Beautiful cinematography paired with picturesque scenery created this full world of legend and magic.
The separation of Kai's (Keanu Reeves) storyline from the shamed samurai known as ronin while maintaining a parallel was brilliantly done and left the story fulfilled at the climax.
A wonderful and fitting telling of this tale of the ultimate loyalty.
4.5 out of 5 stars.
While watching you should recognise Rico the Zombie, who makes a small appearance about half way through the movie.
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