Zatiochi

[slinker]

Saw this last night at the pictures, im really glad i had the chance to see it in the cinema as it was spectacular! Easily the most bloodthirsty samorai film ive had the pleasure to see, but not only was it bloody it was funny and spellbinding all in one. Theres alot of visual/rhythm in the movie which not only is mesmorizing but also unlike anything ive seen before. Plotwise its fairly slim but then i understand this is a updated version of a favorite japanese fictional character from the past. I think alot of people will complain about the use of CGI in the sword fighting scenes but to me it added an almost `comic book` style feel to the movie and managed to fit quite well. I really REALLY enjoyed this and cant wait to pick it up on DVD. Beat Takeshi has managed to stimulate my senses once again and to me is a truly original and outstanding director/actor. 9/10 from me!