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Ruroni Kenshin: Meiji kenkaku roman tan - Opting for a more down-to-earth feel than the original manga or the anime, this live-action adaptation is as cool and exciting as Samurai movies get.

In its 18–year history, the Rurouni Kenshin story has been told in a popular manga series, multiple anime series, several OVA's and even audio books. Now, the story of a pacifist vagabond has become a live-action film!

In 1868, at the end of the Bakumatsu War and after fighting in the bloody battle of Toba-Fushima, Battosai, a proud Samurai has decided to give up his way of life. Ten years later, Samurais are now mercenaries working for merchants like Kanryu, who oppress the people for their own gain. When Kendo instructor Kaoru tries to stand up to Kanryu, she is saved by Battosai, now a wanderer named Kenshin.

After losing his Samurai status, Kenshin promises to defend those who are in need without killing and wanders through Japan carrying a sword with an inverted blade. However, in a world filled with opportunists and oppressors like Kanryu, Kenshin will have to learn how to fight back without breaking his vow.

Director: Keishi Ohtomo

Stars: Emi Takei, Takeru Sato and Yu Aoi

2012 – JAPANESE with OPTIONAL ENGLISH SUBTITLES – COLOR – 16:9 ANAMORPHIC WIDESCREEN – 134 MINUTES