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A Brilliant Exploration of the Duality of Death
Sword of the Stranger takes place in Japan during the Sengoku Era (Age of Warring States, c. 1467 to c. 1568) and follows a young orphaned boy named Kotarō, and his doggie, Tobimaru, as they are being pursued by China’s Ming Dynasty warriors for unknown reasons. Along their journey, Kotarō and Tobim…
Read full review on AniList →Pure entertainment. A smorgasboard of the best swordfights ever put to animation.
Despite what my reviews may lead you to believe at times, I liking having fun while watching anime. It is, in fact, the primary reason why I watch anime. Beyond all the intricacies of craft I could discuss, all the subtleties of storytelling I could dig into, the reason I love this medium so much is…
Read full review on AniList →An underlying theme of "Strength" told with brilliant fights
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Sword of the Stranger is one of the most exhilarating and beautiful films I'v…
Read full review on AniList →Awesome sword fights! Mediocre story.
Sword of the stranger is a film well regarded for its incredible action animation. I am sure many over you interested in this film, will have seen the amazing Yutaka Nakamura sword duel at the end of the film. It is by far the best sword combat I have seen in animation.
As an action film the story i…
Read full review on AniList →Dazzling action but not much substance
Anime Title: Sword of the Stranger
Review Background: I was recommended this movie as part of a [secret santa project for 2023](https://www.taiikupodcast.com/2023/10/02/anime-secret-santa-2023-call-for-participants/). I did not read the plot summary, reviews, or scores ahead of watching this. Whil…
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