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134 min 2012 IMDb 7.5

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Rurouni Kenshin Part I: Origins

Adventure, Action, Fantasy, War, History

🎬 Critics Choice Nominee
Director Keishi Otomo
Status Released
Release Date 2012-08-25

Storyline

In 1868, after the Bakumatsu war ends, the ex-assassin Kenshin Himura traverses Japan with an inverted sword, to defend the needy without killing.

"The journey begins."

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Alunauwie ★ 9.0

"Rurouni Kenshin: Origins brilliantly adapts the iconic manga into a cinematic masterpiece, with a compelling storyline, emotionally driven conflicts, and breathtaking action scenes. Supported by powerful performances—especially from Takeru Satoh—and immersive cinematography, the film offers a satisfying blend of heart and adrenaline. An absolute must-watch for action and manga fans alike. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com) and (English version : uwiepuspita.com)"

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