| Plot: | In an elaborate fantasy world, an elite group of swordsmen are gathered to fend off the evil demons who are constantly trying to break into the human world by possessing its inhabitants.
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| Overview: | From director Yojiro Takita ("When The Last Sword Is Drawn") comes a spectacular fantasy of a war between humans and demons and those who fight to maintain a balance between the two.
Ichikawa Somegoro stars as Izuma, a retired demon killer who now passes his time as a kabuki actor in 19th century Tokyo. After accidentally killing a child, Izumo swore never to draw his sword again, but evil is afoot and a conspiracy is in full swing to awaken the powerful demon queen Ashura. Can Izumo really stand back and watch the demons take over the world, or will he join the fight once more and battle the forces of evil?
Adapted from the stunningly successful stage play, "Ashura" is a full-blown visual spectacle that will delight all fans of fantasy and samurai movies. With great performances, spectacular CG effects, fierce action, tragic romance, myth, magic, monsters and magnificent visual splendor, "Ashura" offers it all!
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