This meeting of two cinematic superstars is a disappointment. The story is lackluster, providing neither hero with a story arc that excites.
I watched primarily to see Zatoichi, but the familiar mannerisms and quirks of Zatoichi are buried in murky exposition.
Those who are not familiar with the two primary characters will extract even less enjoyment from this film, because there is no background or character development.
It's sad, given what this meeting could have been if there were a coherent story that created real tension between the characters, and an emotional arc that set opposing philosophies against each other.
I watched primarily to see Zatoichi, but the familiar mannerisms and quirks of Zatoichi are buried in murky exposition.
Those who are not familiar with the two primary characters will extract even less enjoyment from this film, because there is no background or character development.
It's sad, given what this meeting could have been if there were a coherent story that created real tension between the characters, and an emotional arc that set opposing philosophies against each other.