[REVIEW] 'DEMON SLAYER: KIMETSU NO YAIBA THE MOVIE - MUGEN TRAIN', Best-Selling Anime Film of All Time in Japan!

Kapanlagi.com - Last October, Ufotable animation studio released their flagship feature film, DEMON SLAYER: KIMETSU NO YAIBA THE MOVIE - MUGEN TRAIN. Unexpectedly, it received a very positive response from the Japanese audience. In fact, this adaptation of Koyoharu Gotoge's manga has been recognized as the highest-grossing film and the highest-grossing anime film of all time in the Land of the Rising Sun.

Although it is the first film based on the popular shonen manga, DEMON SLAYER: KIMETSU NO YAIBA THE MOVIE - MUGEN TRAIN can be considered a sequel as its storyline takes place after the end of the anime series. So, for those who haven't watched the series, it is recommended to make time to avoid confusion.

1. Meeting Kyojuro Rengoku

credit: Ufotable

A young demon hunter, Tanjiro Kamado, along with his sister named Nezuko, and two lively companions named Zenitsu and Inosuke, board the Mugen train to meet Kyojuro Rengoku. Rengoku-san is one of the Hashira or swordsmen known for his flame breathing technique. Tanjiro wants to join Rengoku-san in a mission to kill demons who have taken the lives of 40 hunters.

However, while they are asleep on the train, Tanjiro and the others are unaware that they are under the influence of a demon named Enmu. Enmu is making them dream sweet dreams before destroying the core of their souls, causing them to sleep forever. How will Tanjiro wake up and defeat Enmu to save hundreds of train passengers, including Nezuko, Zenitsu, Inosuke, and Rengoku-san?

2. Tanjiro's Battle Against Enmu

credit: Ufotable

DEMON SLAYER: KIMETSU NO YAIBA THE MOVIE - MUGEN TRAIN has a fast-paced storytelling and almost no deep introduction to the characters (except for Kyojuro Rengoku, of course). So for those who haven't watched the anime series, they will be left wondering. Because after 20 minutes of the duration, the audience is immediately taken through intense scenes between Tanjiro and Enmu. The fight on the train can be said to be the craziest moment in this film. Not only the visuals are stunning, but also the music arrangement that synergizes perfectly.

In addition to the captivating action scenes, there are also comedic moments showing how much of a fanboy Zenitsu is towards Nezuko, Inosuke acting bossy, or even Rengoku-san's ridiculous actions. Not only that, there are also sentimental moments that will surely bring tears to your eyes.

Seeing the complete package offered by this film, it is no wonder that DEMON SLAYER: KIMETSU NO YAIBA THE MOVIE - MUGEN TRAIN became the highest-grossing film and the highest-grossing anime film of all time in Japan. Especially when it was released during a pandemic like now. So for those who are curious, you can watch the film in all cinemas in Indonesia starting Wednesday, January 6, 2020!

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