Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the Movie: Mugen Train review: The height of emotion and excitement

A comprehensive review and recommendation of "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the Movie: Mugen Train"

overview

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the Movie: Mugen Train is an anime film based on the popular manga Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba by Koyoharu Gotouge, which was released on October 16, 2020. The film is a sequel to the TV anime series and depicts the battle on the Mugen Train. It was directed by Haruo Tonozaki, animated by ufotable, and distributed by Toho and Aniplex. The 117-minute film was highly praised by many audiences, not just Demon Slayer fans.

story

"Mugen Train" is the story of Tanjiro Kamado and his friends boarding the Mugen Train and confronting Enmu, an upper-rank demon under the command of the demon leader, Muzan Kibutsuji. The story depicts the mysterious phenomena that occur on the train and the deepening of the bonds between the friends as they fight. While faithfully recreating the episodes from the original work, it also includes special effects that are unique to anime.

character

The main character, Tanjiro Kamado, is a boy who began hunting demons after his family was killed by demons and his sister Nezuko was turned into a demon. His growth and the bonds he forms with his friends are at the heart of the story. In particular, in the Mugen Train arc, his meeting and parting with the Flame Pillar Rengoku Kyojuro is a major theme. Rengoku's bravery and humanity deeply moved the audience.

animation

The animation by ufotable beautifully recreates the worldview of the original work. In particular, the fluidity and power of the battle scenes are outstanding compared to other anime works. The detailed depiction of the backgrounds, such as the interior of the Mugen Train and the night scenery, is also outstanding in visual beauty. In addition, the use of color and the expression of light are skillful, effectively enhancing the emotional excitement.

music

The music is by Yuki Kajiura and the quality of the soundtrack is very high. In particular, the background music that heightens the tension in the battle scenes and the melodies in the moving scenes contribute greatly to the progression of the story. In addition, the strength and beauty of the theme song "Homura" also make a lasting impression on the movie.

voice actor

The voice actors are also excellent, especially Hanae Natsuki (Tanjiro Kamado), Kito Akari (Nezuko Kamado), and Hino Satoshi (Kyojuro Rengoku). In particular, Hino Satoshi's passionate performance as the voice actor of Rengoku brings out the charm of the character to the fullest. The other characters also add excitement to the story with their unique acting.

evaluation

"Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the Movie: Mugen Train" was highly praised not only by fans of the original work, but by anime fans in general. It was a huge success at the box office, and became a hot topic not only in Japan but all over the world. All elements, including the development of the story, the growth of the characters, the beauty of the animation, and the quality of the music, were all fused at a high level, deeply moving the audience.

Recommendation

This movie is highly recommended not only for Demon Slayer fans, but also for those who like action anime and moving stories. It is especially recommended for those who like works that depict the bonds between family and friends. It is also recommended for those who want to enjoy the beauty of animation. Mugen Train is an essential work for gaining a deeper understanding of the world of Demon Slayer, and you will find something new no matter how many times you watch it.

Additional Information

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba was serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump from 2016 to 2020, and was completed in 23 volumes. The TV anime series was broadcast in 2019 and received a great response. Following the success of the Mugen Train Arc, a sequel film, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba: Swordsmith Village, was produced and released in 2023. ufotable is also said to be planning new Demon Slayer projects in the future.

Conclusion

"Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the Movie: Mugen Train" is a masterpiece that draws out the charm of the original work to the fullest and draws the audience in with the beauty of the animation and the power of music. This work, which combines the excitement of the story, the growth of the characters, and the visual beauty, will give you new impressions no matter how many times you watch it. I highly recommend it not only to Demon Slayer fans, but to anime fans in general.