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The Two Musashis
1981·Movie
·1h 31min·
The Two Musashis fingerprint
High energy, no humor.
Energy
Tense and spectacular
- Tension7
- Spectacle7
- Violence7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Family Dynamics6
- Catharsis5
- Romance4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Physical Comedy1
- Situational Comedy0
World
History, a real life story, and war
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and spectacular
The Two Musashis is tense, spectacular, and violent.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
MediumHistory, a real life story, and war
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, a real life story, and war. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Biographical8Lives of notable figures.
- Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Sports5Competition, training, and teamwork.
All craft traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Toru Emori leads the cast as Hirate Musashi while a Hiroshi Fujioka competes with him as Okamoto Musashi. They must not only contend with the Yoshioka and Yagyu fencing schools, but have to take on Chiyonosuke Azuma as Sasaki Kojiro, and deal with the women who pursue them for love. Unlike the Yoshikawa Eiji novel which is not historically accurate, this film offers a new view of Japan’s greatest hero! The film is based on the novel by Kosuke Gomi!
Japanese Historical DramaSamurai ActionSword FightingCharacter StudyRivalry NarrativeFeudal JapanMartial Arts EpicHeroic SagaPeriod Action
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Questions about The Two Musashis
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What is The Two Musashis rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is The Two Musashis?
1 h 31 min
The Two Musashis runs 1 h 31 min.
Is The Two Musashis based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
What language is The Two Musashis in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.