films seen
1
average score
3.00*
nationality
status
Alive and kicking
Movies
Lupin III: Island of Assassins
Rupan Sansei: Walther P38
1997 / 93m - Japan
Action, Adventure - Animation
One of the darkest Lupin films I've seen so far. Lupin himself is still quite quirky and jolly, but the film is pretty heavy on gunfire, action and killings. It's remarkable though how little of an impact that makes overall, as it still registers as a pretty basic and formulaic entry in the franchise. And that's not such a bad thing. The animation is quite simple and the art style isn't too impressive, but the action is fun and the look remains distinctive. The pacing is also on point and it's nice to have somewhat higher stakes for a change, on the other hand I did miss the comedy and the silliness. In the end it all evens out, which leaves amusing filler. Read all