Nearly four months after it was released in Japanese theaters, the epic film adaptation of Nobuhiro Watsuki's "Rurouni Kenshin" has graced audiences in the Philippines. Initially working through a licensing and distribution process, the film finally came through to our shores as an exclusive in SM Cinemas. Much to the delight of fans of the beloved samurai manga/ anime series, it will be shown retaining its native Japanese language and is complete with English Subtitles.
Now, after waiting for what seemed like an eternity, this period piece detailing the story of a wandering samurai atoning for his past is finally here. Was it worth the wait and does it deliver to its fanbase? Find out in this review.
