The Great Yokai War
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- Synopsis
- A group of grotesque supernatural creatures from Japanese folklore enlist the aid of a young boy recently bestowed with the title of Kirin Rider in defeating a powerful dark overlord who preys on humans and monsters alike in this kid-friendly fantasy ......
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- Director(s)
- Takashi Miike
- Distributor(s)
- Kadokawa Pictures
- MPAA Rating
- Not Yet Rated
- Runtime
- 124 min.
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Boston Globe | Wesley MorrisAdd Critic to Favorites
A big, silly party.Read the full review
The New York Times | A.O. ScottAdd Critic to Favorites
Narrative coherence is perhaps not among the film's virtues, but its loopy, cluttered story is part of the fun. And a clearer, simpler plot might have required the sacrifice of some delightful grace notes and visual marvels, like the elastic-necked geisha or the one-eyed ambulatory umbrella.Read the full review
Variety | Jay WeissbergAdd Critic to Favorites
Odd blend of the truly cheesy with a few genuine f/x makes for a cutesy if not exactly thrilling spectacle.Read the full review