Rurouni Kenshin 2 - Kyoto Inferno Blu-Ray (Limited Steelbook) Region Free

This movie, as a whole, is absolutely spectacular. I was so very pleased with the first one, and I really didn't expect the second one to match up. I was wondering, first of all, how they would depict the decidedly cartoonish Juppon-Gatana, how on earth they would manage to introduce Aoshi Shinomori and Misao (considering that they altered the storyline so much in the first film), and how on earth they were going to manage to compress all of the "filler" that was in the manga and anime during this arc.I need not have been concerned, it turns out. Yes, some things were changed, but they were somewhat necessary. They did a reasonable job explaining Aoshi's appearance, though it certainly would have been easier if they had just left things how they were originally. They also did a pretty good job hurrying along certain elements that were very detail-rich in the anime and manga, while not making the story feel rushed.By far, the most incredible thing about this movie is that they managed to keep the characters' integrity. That is something that seems impossible in most anime movies. All the characters acted and behaved just like I would imagine they would in real life. They changed the story around a bit, but not in ways that hurt it. If you've watched the anime or read the manga, this will be a real treat for you. If you haven't, then you're going to be incredibly confused. I highly recommend acquainting yourself with this series in those forms before you watch these films.As far as the packaging/quality of this particular copy goes, it's pretty good. An obvious bootleg, but not as bad as some I've seen. Some people have commented on the subtitles being a little bit broken, but I think that part of that is the odd way that Kenshin usually speaks (adding "Yoda-like" endings to his sentences). Some of it is a little too literally translated, but it gets the point across, and it's totally worth it to be able to see the movie now before it's officially released in the USA (and goodness knows when that will be).

This is a fantastic movie which follows the manga and anime just enough to please fans but also changes just enough to add a new dynamic to the story. I won't say much so as not to spoil the movie but I will say the fight sequences are spectacular. The final fight, especially, is one you will not forget any time soon.The acting is great with lots of emotion and there is enough going on to keep the tempo moving at a fast pace from beginning to end. The downside is some of the characters you may love are given abbreviated screentime - such as Soujuro or Sano.Well worth the purchase and one which even non-Kenshin fans can enjoy.

The live action adaptation was very entertaining. I was impressed with how well they stayed true to the anime without giving me the feeling I was watching performers act like cartoons. Amazing action. Very well executed. They did adapt the plot to fit the time frame of a movie (with the understanding that this movie has a second part- Rurouni Kenshin the Legend Ends) so it ends on a bit of a cliff hanger, but I felt they covered more of the original plot fom the anime and manga than I expected them to in that much time. If you are already a fan of RK, I think it is worth watching all 3 live action movies.

Excellently acted live action version of the anime I grew up loving. Great production values,help tell the story that is a paired down version of season two of the television series. Despite the compacted story, it still manages to hit every important point of this first half of the second season. My only complaint would be the cliff hanger ending, I hate those! However as the second half is already out, I didn't have to wait to see it. If you loved Kenshin as much as I do you won't be disappointed in this movie!

This is a great live action film. Probably the best anime to live action there is.This DVD is pretty good picture quality. Could be better. The subtitles are decent and not too much of a problem for me.Sometimes Kenshin speaks oddly and the translation may seem weird but that is basically how he talks...like Yoda.Overall this is a great preliminary DVD to own until a big corporation officially produces these films.

The Movie was ok. But i really preferred the anime. I don't know if it was because it was a live action movie. bye didn't give Kaoru, Yahiko and Sano the Strength they have in the anime. Even Misao was much stronger character in the anime. In the movie the got a more secondary part Even Kenshin master. In the anime he had a stronger personality.Maybe its because they tried make movie more realistic...In the anime the Kenshin master was deliciously irritating. In movie.. not so... Yet I had a good time with the movie. week build plot anad as true as the anime as a more realistic movie would allow...I kind of expected more... considering how popular the anime is.Also this is a movie is a connection between 1st and 3rd..from a trilogy., usually those sandwiched episodes movies aren't great as the first and the last of trilogies.(I make exception to the 2 of lord of rings, only.)

I absolutely love this trilogy. I was so excited to finally have my copy of this movie since I had to wait six extra months after it came out for someone to sell it on Amazon. The action sequences are amazing and I am so glad that they kept to the original storyline so closely. This movie comes with subtitles and the quality of the English subtitles is really good. I recommend this seller.

Love the movie! Disappointed with the video and subs quality. this seems to be common as it happened in other JP movies i purchased here. Get the blue-ray version and hope subs dont fall short.

RURUANI KENSHIN Trilogy (2012-2014)Set after a war between the Imperial forces and the Shogun, having toppled the Shogunate this is a new dawn for Japan. Western culture is creeping in, Government is now in place and now the once renowned and respected Samurai are scattered across the land desperate to find a place and purpose in this fearful new era. This is a new age for Japan. This is Japan on the brink of the 20th Century.Our hero is Kenshin Himura, once know as 'Battosai the Killer' - the most feared and powerful assassin in all of Japan. He now finds himself wandering the countryside offering help to those who ask, in atonement for his past life. Carrying only his 'back bladed' sword , having vowed to never kill again. How will Kenshin survive this modern new land?This trilogy is full of incredible fast and frantic action, sublime choreography, wonderful swordplay , but not over the top or too gratuitous, extremely likable characters - and equally dislikeable villains. With wonderful settings and costumes full of authenticity, set alongside an energetic score, all adds to make this an incredible stylish and polished trilogy of films.Perhaps maybe the third film dips a little in form in its first hour - but thats understandable given its 6.30 hours total running time- although it's final hour is nothing short of phenomenal , a worthy finale to a truly wonderful trilogy.My one gripe is perhaps -for me- our hero is 10 years too young, I initially found it quite difficult to believe he's a deadly assassin veteran of 15 or so years. But when that's my main gripe then I can live with that.Overall I absolutely loved these films, I really can't praise them enough. If you're a fan of the genre or have a passing interest then you won't be dissapointed.The full trilogy is easily a 9/10

海外版のスチールブックです。ドイツからの発送でしたが注文後１週間で届きました。リージョンフリーのため日本のレコーダーで再生できます。音声は日本語、字幕は英語です。でもプルーレイなのになぜか字幕が消せません（音声、字幕を選択するアイコンがありません）。この字幕の問題で星４つとしました。これ以外は満足できる商品です。なお、映像特典として出演者のインタビュー集がついています（３５分）。

I bought the three Bluray Discs in one go after watching clips on YouTube, and was glad I did.I forced myself to watch one a week to have something to look forward to.The entire 3 films are just BRILLIANT. The acting, humour, swordplay, story line, I just couldn't get enough.I would easily put these up with Jet Li's HERO, and also Crouching Tiger Sleeping Dragon.The only thing I would really like is an English dubbed version and to see them on the big screen.

the first one was great, this one even better. there's allot of action int his one and some great fight screen's. we really get to see Kenshin's somewhat darker side. there isn't as much charter interaction but seeing as how the charters branch out to find there own way to where they need to be it's not surprising.And I know the final film will be just as good as the first two :)

This is one of the best animi to live action movies. I just like to say I am a biased Rurouni Kenshin fan. I truly believe it is the best aminated series of all time. After seeing what the first movie I had complete faith that this movie was going to do the animie justice my faith was more than justified. I can only say this movie is Awsome!!This is actually part one of the Kyoto ark. Even though this move is over 2 hours long it just flies by. Usually I hate when movies finish on a cliff hanger, but I loved every second of this movie so much that I could not even get made at the movie for that.Kenshin has the life he wants in Tokyo, however a ghost from the past has resurfaced. The man who replaced him after the revolution, without Kenshin's sentimentality, and replacing his sense of justice with ambition. Literally forged in fire. He and his army have destroyed everyone sent after him, the only choice left is to ask Kenshin to to take care of the mess and the monster they created. However with Kenshin's vow not to kill is going to be up to the task.Everything about this movie is awsome. There is plenty of action (even more that the first movie), but even the acting and emotion they wanted to portray comes right through the screen. Yes there are slight changes for the movie, which worked perfectly, I cannot think of a single thing I would change about this movie. I simply loved it. I can't wait for the next movie.