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This is more of a lighthearted tribute to samurai movies of the past (like the Samurai and Zatoichi series, etc...), than a parody. Although some of the humor has a greater effect with some knowledge of cultural and samurai movie stereotypes, I think, in general, it comes off fairly well even without getting references. Some people might be put-off by percieved stylistic excess, but I found it not to be distracting (especially the framing and general quality of the visuals, which were fantastic), and some of it to even have a humorous quality (as with the characters, it intentionally elaborates upon the stylistic quirks found in samurai movies). The story and performances are very warm... I havn't seen many movies where the actors seem to be enjoying making the movie as much as in Samurai Fiction... the story, too, (as cliche-derived as the rest of the movie), radiates the fun warmpth that helps make the movie so enjoyable.

Samurai Fiction isn't without its faults, but, being one of the most enjoyable movies I've seen in the last few years, I decided it's worthy of five stars (It's also vastly superior to some movies I have or would have given four stars...). A very recommended purchase, as well... I myself have watched SF three times, with no plans for stopping (it's a great pick-me-up).

Also check out the same director's 'Stereo Future' (no region 1 dvd atm), which is about as enjoyable. (ps. Nakano's other feature, AkaKage/Red Shadow is somewhat similar to SamuraiFiction, ninja in lieu of samurai, especially stylistically (though it's a bit more sad), is not such a good movie (maybe 2 or 3 stars) but also worth seeing if you liked the SFs.

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Encore! Encore!
Just about the most entertaining film I have see so far this year!! This is such good stuff!! It's reassuring to know that less can certainly be more in a movie. The black & white approach to the film was a nice "retro" touch. The soundtrack was enjoyable as well. A little jazz a little spaghetti western and a little surf music?!? Oh well, sounds strange but it certainly enhanced some scenes. The story line was typical but the dialogue certainly wasn't. Who ever wrote the script certainly wasn't going for that purist kinda thing, refreshing it was!! What really made this film work was the obvious pleasure the actors displayed in making it. That's always a big plus and also infectious!!! At least it infected me!!!

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come on see it i know you will like it
This was one of the first movie that i ever felt so good.I bought this movie becouse wanted something diferent.when i finish seen it i was speechless it was just what need it to see.The film has great story amazing cast and the director and also the dir of photography is damn good.THIS IS A MUST HAVE YOU WONT REGRETED