How do I even classify this film? It’s a period drama, romantic comedy, kinda political thriller and even a pinch of musical. This all-in genre meshing works very much both in favour and to the detriment of Samurai Shifters.
Continuing on with the format I established with the SFF earlier this year, I will be sharing some thoughts I had watching a new roster of Japanese cinema, in the midst of a unusually busy season of films for me (last I checked, I had 11 movie tickets already lined up for November and December).
Regular readers many already be familiar with how my lineups usually look, and while I am always looking for opportunities to inch beyond my tendencies and preferred genres, I believe that this comfort zone of mine is at least diverse enough for surprises, while also satisfying my own tailored love for cinema.
Director: Masaaki Yuasa
Animation Production: Science SARU
Music: Michiru Oshima
Genres: Supernatural, Comedy
Season: Spring 2017
Director: Mamoru Hosoda
Animation Production: Studio Chizu
Music: Masakatsu Takagi
Genres: Slice of Life
Season: Spring/Summer 2018
ATMA & Funomena 