Onmyoji
Action, Drama, History, Horror
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2001
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During a dark time in the Heian period, when evil forces threaten the kingdom, the emperor relies on the onmyōji to keep the supernatural forces in line. But as political events become highly charged, friction within the order leads to betrayal. Now, Seimei, a talented member of the clan, must face down his master, Dōson, in the hopes of restoring peace to the kingdom.
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Rated:
R
Runtime:
116 min
Release date:
6 Oct 2001
Country:
JP
Languages:
Japanese
Budget:
$0
Revenue:
$16,234
Awards:
6 wins & 9 nominations total
Top Critics Reviews
rotten:
Certainly there are dueling wizards, torchlight swordfights and Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon effects. But the moments of action are interspersed with lengthy plot developments that are hard to follow.
– C.W. Nevius,
San Francisco Chronicle,
2 May 2003
fresh:
Rarely solemn or dull, and Takita holds its disparate parts together fairly well.
– Patrick Z. McGavin,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2003
fresh:
Crazier than a rat in a can, but certainly fun.
– John Anderson,
Newsday,
25 Apr 2003
rotten:
For Americans, accustomed to more polished effects and far more violent action, Onmyoji is bound to appear tame and a tiny bit precious.
– Dave Kehr,
New York Times,
25 Apr 2003
fresh:
The tone is loose and jokey enough to stave off heaviness.
– Bob Campbell,
Newark Star-Ledger,
24 Apr 2003