The special effects in this movie are hit-or-miss, with the CGI rendering of the cursed sword Benizakura making it look all the more intimidating and otherworldly, while the rendering of the Yorozuya’s giant pet dog Sadaharu looks choppy and unnatural when set against the human characters and real-world scenery. Gintama Volume 1 My Review. , Yūichi Fukuda’s adaptation of the namesake manga and anime franchise, was the third-highest grossing domestic film at the Japanese box office in 2017, outselling the likes of. For nearly as long as anime and manga have seen mainstream popularity, there have been numerous attempts both in Japan and stateside at recapturing the magic of these fantastical stories on the silver screen through live action film adaptations. | Visual fun, meta jokes for creative types, social critique that doesn't take itself too seriously, all sorts of good stuff on many layers. grinning like a maniac. Chính đạo diễn của live action Yuichi Fukuda là người đã thuyết phục thành công Sorachi-sensei (sensei đã xem và rất thích 2 phim hài, drama là Yuusha Yoshihiko và Aoi Hono do chính Fukuda làm đạo diễn). I recommend you watch it, its a great movie! I think Gintama is the only manga series to be translated into real world this easily because of its fourth wall breaking and anime parodies. 1 people found this review helpful. If this review convinces you to watch it, I’d definitely recommend buying this release. This is the first major plot-relevant arc in the series, and it introduces what is the main conflict for a majority of Gintama’s run. So I thought, "What the heck, I'll give it a try.". I am looking forward to this sequel, especially knowing that it will most likely not have such a massive exposition dump at the beginning. Now that is out of the way, The movie totally breaks statement 1 by not doing what most live actions tend to do, which is change the story and are able to summarize their cast by understanding the genre this movie is as well as the audience members that have come to watch. However, 2017 also saw the release of a live action adaptation that set the Japanese box office on fire and even saw theatrical runs internationally. Surprising for a live action adaptation to be this amazing Review by nylietown666 ★½ prettyyy badddd but i watched the whole thing. Overall 7.0. We receive chunks of the first chapter of the manga, which shows the first meeting of Gintoki and Shinpachi, a later comedic arc where the Yorozuya clash with the Edo police force Shinsengumi over a rare beetle in the woods, and a couple brand new sequences written just for the movie. Search from tens of thousands of titles on MyAnimeList, the largest online anime and manga database in the world! Basically I wanted to try this live action version out because Joey (The Anime Man) recently mentioned this on the 8th episode of the Trash Taste Podcast. On the topic of scenery, the movie relies rather heavily on green screens and computer-rendered sets in its second half. This task has been made much easier for me by Well Go USA, who released the film with English subtitles on Blu-Ray and DVD in North America just this month. It would overcome the fails and use them as self-deprecating humour! Lengthy gags not present in the source material are placed in the middle of tense or impactful moments and can disturb the flow and pacing of the story. Betrayal ensues. begins with a hefty introductory sequence – or, I suppose it would be more apt to say, introductory sequences. If you have any concerns with this adaptation, don't worry I originally was concerned too, until I watched the parfait scene at the beginning, then I realized Gintama was in good hands here. Much like the protagonists’ business, the series is a jack-of-all-trades, blending referential, slapstick, meta, and character-based humor with appreciable action, drama, world-building, and a sizeable ensemble cast. could gush about the anime and manga for paragraphs upon paragraphs, but that is not what I am here for. 0. Gintama begins with a hefty introductory sequence – or, I suppose it would be more apt to say several introductory sequences. Such as the main characters Gintoki, Shinpachi, and Kagura. This is a scene that will always hold a special place in my heart because it is the first time in the series I felt that the characters had complexity and depth to them, and I was thrilled to see it receive the proper treatment in this movie, going so far as to even use the instrumental track that played in the same scene in Gintama: Shin’yaku Benizakura-Hen. | Wretchedly Adulterated Anime Live-Action Adaptations, My Favorite Non-Superhero comic book films. Very few (if any) have managed to achieve the popularity and memorability of their source material, however; in fact, more are remembered for how they utterly failed in achieving this. for fans only and even then i fell asleep with a cringe on my face I could gush about the anime and manga for paragraphs upon paragraphs, but that is not what I am here for. They’re definitely entertaining, but as a veteran of the series I couldn’t help but feel a bit fatigued and ready for the main story to begin. Gintama (銀魂) is a Japanese jidaigeki action comedy film written and directed by Yūichi Fukuda , starring Shun Oguri and based on the manga and anime series of the same name written and illustrated by Hideaki Sorachi. He now runs an odd jobs business (called Yorozuya and translated as Odd Jobs Gin) with Kagura, the daughter to a clan of alien warlords, and Shinpachi Shimura, a young swordsman trying to keep his late father’s sword dojo alive. If you are completely new to Gintama, there are worse ways to introduce you to the series, but I would not recommend it regardless. By Liz Adler Mar 20, 2020 GinTama is a bizarre comedy manga that follows a group of samurai working as freelancers taking odd jobs. Namun Berbeda untuk Live action Gintama ini, menurut saya sangat baik dikemasnya (*bicara Gintama … Also, the actor playing Hijikata Toushiro is a bit too young and doesn't feel battle hardened enough. I was curious to discover the reason for the addition of Hiraga Gengai, who makes no appearances in the Benizakura arc, only to find that he is only in two scenes in the climax of the film to provide references to Gundam, One Piece, and Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind that overstayed their welcome. Emotional scenes have the same impact as well, such as the scene where Gintoki flees from Otae’s bedside to go save the day. This already gives, Much like the animated movie, this one is quite faithful to the original story, with relatively few cuts or changes made. The only major gripe I have with the main cast is Tsuyoshi Domoto’s portrayal of Takasugi. I am also pleased with the movie’s casting and performances. The series takes place in Edo Japan, but with a big twist. The movie is literally just the anime but live action. While this chaotic mash-up of sci-fi and period drama aesthetics triggers a relentless sugar rush of visual stimuli, Gintama proves an exhausting and alienating experience for the uninitiated. While this chaotic mash-up of sci-fi and period drama aesthetics triggers a relentless sugar rush of visual stimuli, Gintama proves an exhausting and … As I mentioned before, the use of special effects greatly contributes to the quality of action sequences, however when adapting a story with aliens, airships, giant dogs and demon tentacle swords, it’s obviously going to be used for a lot more. While there are plenty of fans of the live-action GinTama movies, we'd argue that the anime did an equally great job of adapting the manga. Reports out of Japan state that manga Gintama is going into its final arc. In the manga and both anime adaptations, the arc closes with Gintoki and Katsura fighting off a horde of assorted Amanto goons before making their escape via parachute. ... As the humour is Gintama's shining point (and also the thing this live-action adaptation is best at), this is a good way to have some laughs at ridiculous gags and storylines. They’re definitely entertaining, but as a veteran of the series I couldn’t help but feel a bit fatigued and ready for the main story to begin. My feelings about the unevenness of the GinTakaZura relationship aside, the Gintama live action movie is a must-see for Gintama fans. The story was okay and entertaining and the characters interesting and likable. With MyAnimeList, the largest online anime and manga database in the world, you can create your anime and manga list, read reviews, explore the forums, follow news, and so much more! I still found this one emotional and kind of sad, but also exciting and very entertaining. This live action adaptation could portray the world of Edo (Tokyo in modern day Japan) and the anime’s popular cast of characters. It’ll give you warm fuzzy feelings like hot chocolate or coffee (whatever your preference) and if you let yourself get swept along for the ride, I guarantee you’ll leave the theatre (or your living room!) As one who didn't have any prior experiance of Gintama part of the live action movies (but I'll have soon!!) 0. Tsuyoshi Domoto’s portrayal of Takasugi. Lengthy gags not present in the source material are placed in the middle of tense or impactful moments and can disturb the flow and pacing of the story. !” In other words, if the movie is fun, it is perfect. With Shun Oguri, Masaki Suda, Kanna Hashimoto, Yûya Yagira. Other reviews by this user. The story takes place in Edo where aliens have taken control after defeating a group of rebellious samurai. Very weird. It is obvious that both Fukuda and the main cast understood the delivery and comedic timing that make the jokes in the anime so effective. Directed by Yûichi Fukuda. 3 of 3 episodes seen . Overall, despite some fairly meandering pacing and shoddy special effects, Gintama is an enjoyable film that captures the heart of the manga and anime series with excellent casting, effective comedy and thrilling action. FAQ Azoland Pictures managed to nab some screenings for North America and Canada and, as a huge fan of the series, I had to go see it. External Reviews A new character -- well respected Shinsengumi member Itou, whom Hijikata doesn't get along with -- schemes to take over the organisation. In both Benizakura and the series as a whole until much, much later, Takasugi’s machinations come from behind the scenes, and the lack of direct conflict between him and the main cast is a deliberate choice made for the sake of characterization. Hideaki Sorachi’s Gintama will get a short drama covering the Mitsuba Arc!. This live action adaptation could portray the world of Edo (Tokyo in modern day Japan) and the anime’s popular cast of characters. The main visual shows the cast of the drama, which is made up of the same members as the live action movie. The portrayals of the Yorozuya and the Shinsengumi in particular capture the essence of their characters in both silly and serious moments with aplomb, though in my opinion Kanna Hashimoto’s Kagura looks and sounds a bit too old for her character. I can forgive the movie for this, however the one thing I can’t forgive it for is its handling of the final scene. The characters could be accurately described as their animated counterparts. As a big fan of the Gintama anime series since 2011. And this is undoubtedly the best. He misses the mark of this mysterious character by a mile. The movie is literally just the anime but live action. "The Gintama Live-Action film is as fun as it is faithful" --AnimeNow About the Actor Shun Oguri known for Crows Zero (2007), Harlock: Space Pirate (2013), and Lupin the 3rd (2014). The movie was nicer than my thought! This movie was initially a time filler for me but I soon started to realise just how well played out the story is. But if it is boring, it is … Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Review: Rivers of Nihil – Where Owls Know My Name, Pop Team Epic – Episode 11 – “Cursed Mansion”, Akudama Drive – Episode 12 – “Akudama Drive” (Finale), Akudama Drive – Episode 9 – “The Shining”. But this live action adaptation does the anime justice. I think Gintama is the only manga series to be translated into real world this easily because of its fourth wall breaking and anime parodies. The portrayals of the Yorozuya and the Shinsengumi in particular capture the essence of their characters in both silly and serious moments with aplomb, though in my opinion Kanna Hashimoto’s Kagura looks and sounds a bit too old for her character. As a big fan of the Gintama anime series since 2011. Let us know in the comments what arc you want to receive the live action treatment next. Gintama versi live-action ini sempat diragukan kesuksesannya, tapi siapa sangka film yang dibintangi Shun Oguri, Masaki Suda, Kanna Hashimoto dan lain-lain ini memikat perhatian … It also surprised me how the movie incorporates jokes from filler episodes of the anime, as well as scenes written specifically for the anime film adaptation of Benizakura. But this live action adaptation does the anime justice. The translators of this movie have done such an amazing job and to read how the Japanese is interpreted I felt myself was unable to stop laughing. Instead of sounding threatening and enigmatic like Takehito Koyasu’s portrayal of the character in the anime, he both sounds and acts sedated and apathetic. While it … So, five and a half out of ten. and i'll probably watch the sequel. For nearly as long as anime and manga have seen mainstream popularity, there have been numerous attempts both in Japan and stateside at recapturing the magic of these fantastical stories on the silver screen through live action film adaptations. Thanks to stellar direction, choreography, and special effects, action scenes are full of weight and exhilaration (this, I am also pleased with the movie’s casting and performances. It’s not too intrusive on the overall experience, but it’s pretty obvious the characters aren’t really fighting on an airship in the sky. I was kind of skeptical to see how well. Copyright 2019 Surreal Resolution. All rights reserved. The movie would come out in the summer of 2017 in Japan and go on to become a box office hit. The Gintama movie could have been better. We receive chunks of the first chapter of the manga, which shows the first meeting of Gintoki and Shinpachi, a later comedic arc where the Yorozuya clash with the Edo police force Shinsengumi over a rare beetle in the woods, and a couple brand new sequences written just for the movie. But Gintama, which was a manga before becoming a long-running anime series in 2005, completely slipped past my radar. Review: Gintama (Live Action) The difference between godly live action adaptations and awful ones is paper thin. My watching this movie was for a very strange reason - my public library has it and it is on BluRay, and there were zero requests. I’m not going to claim to be an expert in Japanese cinema (because I’m not), but the failure of last year’s live action films based on iconic manga series. However, 2017 also saw the release of a live action adaptation that set the Japanese box office on fire and even saw theatrical runs internationally. As far as handling the main narrative of the arc goes, there are very few changes made as I said. So if youre looking for a decent live action anime adaptation this movie exceeds it. Awards (50 - ) They are asked to find a powerful sword that was apparently stolen and which seems to be used by a mysterious serial killer who assassinates ronin. The characters could be accurately described as their animated counterparts. There are just as many original jokes in this movie that elicited a laugh out of me as there are jokes taken from the manga and anime. Want to join the Gintama° discussion?Check out the MyAnimeList forums and share your opinion now! However, if this one short scene at the end is my only major complaint with the overall story, then I wouldn’t hesitate to call the story a success. I was curious to discover the reason for the addition of Hiraga Gengai, who makes no appearances in the Benizakura arc, only to find that he is only in two scenes in the climax of the film to provide references to, Nevertheless, the highs of the arc felt just as high in this adaptation. But without further ado, let’s dig into the movie. Something else I felt was worth mentioning that doesn’t really fit anywhere else in this review is the film’s use of special effects. Lets get this straight, 1. It is set in an alternate version of Edo-era Japan that has been invaded by aliens, called Amanto, and has the technology and amenities of the modern world, such as electric fans, video games, and idol singers. Fukuda obviously did his research while writing the screenplay for this film. These incidents seem to be related to sinister ronin Shinsuke Takasugi who has gathered a group of fierce followers on a flying ship and who pretends to desire to challenge the aliens who defeated his comrades and him. I was simply browsing for something to fall asleep to during a long flight, but this actually made me fully wake up, as every frame was simply too much fun. On one final note, the success of Gintama in Japan has resulted in the production of a sequel releasing just shy of a year later, on August 17th, 2018. It is often difficult to capture the essence of Japanese humour when it is interpreted into English as the basis of our humour is different. I am here today to explain how the live action film holds up against its source material, and whether it’s worth the time of fans of the nose-picking, manga-reading samurai. Join the online community, create your anime and manga list, read reviews, … Much like the animated movie, this one is quite faithful to the original story, with relatively few cuts or changes made. It combines elements of feudal Japan such as clothing and dwellings of that era as well as the terminology of the capital being refered to as Edo and the presence of samurai and ronin with science-fiction elements such as the presence of aliens, flying ships and sophisticated weapons. Needless to say, I had to watch this movie on a bigger screen for a second time. This task has been made much easier for me by Well Go USA, who released the film with English subtitles on Blu-Ray and DVD in North America just this month. I am here today to explain how the live action film holds up against its source material, and whether it’s worth the time of fans of the nose-picking, manga-reading samurai. 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