Fluentiama Perfect cast and a good story

Salubfoto It's an amazing and heartbreaking story.

Brenda The plot isn't so bad, but the pace of storytelling is too slow which makes people bored. Certain moments are so obvious and unnecessary for the main plot. I would've fast-forwarded those moments if it was an online streaming. The ending looks like implying a sequel, not sure if this movie will get one

Staci Frederick Blistering performances.

De_Sam Jin-Roh: The Wolf Brigade, written by Mamoru Oshii (Angel's Egg; Ghost in the Shell) and directed by Hiroyuki Okiura, conveys an alternative world in which the Japanese had collaborated with the Allies of World War II instead of the Axis powers. After the conclusion of this version of the war, Germany occupied Japan in a way similar to how America did in our timeline. This fictive setting allows criticism on the post-war policies of Japan and encourages the Japanese viewing audience to rethink normalised conservative dispositions. The main topic of this essay is to explore the way in which this criticism is formalised in the film.>Firstly, Greenhill and Kohm point to the effect of the leitmotif of little red riding hood in Jin-Roh, namely indicating the problematic aspects of 'absolute truth' as a linear construct (2013). Utilising this perspective is a valuable point of view to analyse the social criticism of Oshii and Okiura's work. Furthermore, this approach has the advantage of presenting a starting point for a Western film theorist, since Rotkäppchen was originally a German folk story, thus eliminating some of the traps that are inherent to cross-cultural studies. For example, it is not appropriate to position Japanese filmmakers in a symptomatic study and thereby attributing Western values to their work (Yoshimoto, 1991). This study clearly shows -as a preventative measure- that it is a Western interpretation of the film text and does not pretend that it corresponds to the original intention of both Mamoru Oshii and Hiroyuki Okiura.Additionally, this essay fits in with the more optimistic side of the Frankfurter school and the associated critical theory. It assumes, in the legacy of Kracauer and Benjamin, that even productions from the cultural industry can be a source of social criticism and critical self-reflection. The Japanese philosopher Tosaka Jun shares this view, as evidenced by his definition of culture as a 'mirror for critical reflection on morality' (Shimizu, 2014). In addition, social scientists such as Shimizu have shown that this definition is applicable for film analyses (2014).In contrast, the original Frankfurter School would label the audience of Jin-Roh as a passive, holistic and homogeneous mass that would not reach the deeper level of the reading of the film text; the upper limit would consist of recognising the red riding hood reference. Any possibility of a more profound understanding would probably have been written off, in which case the film would lose its potential for self-reflection. Due to the breakthroughs film theory has made in the 20th century, social scientists have changed their perspective on the audience, who are now regarded as autonomous and active participants that have various options in decoding a media text (Hall, 1980).Immediately after the end of World War II, there was a lot of protest, especially from the Left Students, yet over the years the conservative policy has been normalized and the hegemonic veil must be broken. In this respect, the film text is primarily a critique of the 'dictatorship' of the Liberal Democratic Party (ironically the conservative party) that lasted from 1955 (the establishment of the party) up to and including today (other parties were in power only in the short periods 1993-1994 and 2009-2012). This almost universal presence denied any possibility of change, as the status quo was always defended. The main theme of the film is the internal conflict between the need to belong - even more important in a collectivist society like Japan- and the attractiveness of change to facilitate progress.The fairy-tale of the Red Riding Hood, here specifically Rotkäppchen - the oldest version of the story, is intertwined throughout the film. Firstly, it is present from the opening scene, spoiler: click to readIn contrast to the superficial understanding of a passive viewer, a deeper reading of this narrative element indicates a metaphorical meaning to the red cap motif. Specifically the possibility of change in a situation where the conservative government does not allow for it and even actively bypasses it. This interpretation is most typified in the scene spoiler: click to read In a collectivist society like Japan no one can inhibit the goals of the pack.A government based on this collectivist system should not contain internal conflicts. However, in the absence of a national army - dissolved after the end of the Second World War (by either the Germans or Americans depending on which timeline), there was a need for other institutions to protect public order. In Jin-Roh these institutions are depicted more radical and violent, but there is no presence of foreign troops, as is still the case in Japan thanks to the 1951 US-Japan security treaty. In this respect, the film text therefore differs from a more nationalistic critique (cf. Yukio Mishima) and only criticizes the internal organisation. In this way it avoids a hypocritical attitude with its criticism on the conservative policy of post-war Japan.>To conclude, Jin-roh is a film text that offers active viewers an opportunity for self-reflection, which corresponds to the beneficial aspects of media that Kracauer and Benjamin highlighted in their theories about film, which reconciled critical theory with cultural studies to activate the concept of the 'passive viewer'.First of all, the leitmotif of Red Riding Hood is a critique on the stubbornness of the conservative policy of Japan since the end of the Second World War. Subsequently, the complicated political plot is a critique of the obfuscated workings of the bureaucracy (similar to the criticism in Ikiru by Akira Kurosawa). It is an analysis of Japanese institutions that had to protect public order in the absence of a national army, in this respect the situation of the film corresponds to the real history of Japan. As a result, the mixture of similarities and differences in the alternative history of Jin-Roh can serve as a mirror for the socio-political reality of contemporary Japan.Greenhill, P., & Kohm, S. (2013). Hoodwinked! and Jin-Roh: The Wolf Brigade. Marvels & Tales, 27(1), 89-108. Hall, S. (1980). Encoding/Decoding. In S. Hall, D. Hobson, A. Lowe, & P. Willis (Eds.), Culture, media, language: working papers in cultural studies, 1972-1979 (pp. 128-138). London: Routledge.Shimizu, K. (2014). The Ambivalent Relationship of Japan's Soft Power Diplomacy and Princess Mononoke: Tosaka Jun's philosophy of culture as moral reflection. Japanese Journal of Political Science, 15(4), 683-698. doi:10.1017/s1468109914000309Yoshimoto, M. (1991). THE DIFFICULTY OF BEING RADICAL, THE DISCIPLINE OF FILM STUDIES AND THE POSTCOLONIAL WORLD-ORDER. Boundary 2-an International Journal of Literature and Culture, 18(3), 242-257. doi:10.2307/303211

Tweekums Set in an alternate world Japan isn't doing so well there is civil unrest and paramilitary police are hunting down the terrorist group known as The Sect. After a riot a group of terrorists is gunned down and a girl who had been transporting bombs for them is cornered by one of the police, Kazuki Fuse, however he does not shoot her and she detonates her bomb. He survives due to his body armour but appears to have been effected by the incident.When he goes to her grave he meets another girl who looks very similar to the dead girl; she tells him that she was her sister. As time passes the two of them become friends. Another police group plan to use Fuse's relationship to weaken to position of the paramilitary police.The story is an obvious reference to the tale of "Little Red Riding Hood" with the girl wearing a red hood and mention of a secret Wolf Brigade. The fairly tale is recited throughout the film although not the most well known version of the tale so the ending comes as a bit of a surprise. The animation is top rate and of a more realistic style than most anime so never feels even slightly "cartoony" so even people who usually aren't keen on animation can enjoy this for what it is: a taut thriller where nobody is quite what they seem.

shadowman123 I first remember watching Jin-roh: The Wolf Brigade when I was only a kid. It was aired on channel 4 in the UK as a part of its Japan season, as I was only a kid and it was on very late ...well I missed. But then yesterday after a long time, I saw all of it! It is easy to understand why it won all the awards at various film festivals, being that the director is the someone who gave us Ghost In The Shell and this film is nothing short of brilliant in its own field. Set in an alternative Japan just after its defeat in the Second World War , the plot focus is on a special constable(Kazkui Fuse) of a special paramilitary, anti-terror unit dispatched to control an underground terrorist/revolutionary movement known as 'The Sect'. During a mission in which a young lady is killed, Fuse is blamed for incompetence and is sent back to the academy for re-training and whilst at the academy he decide's to learn a bit about the dead girl with the help of her sister but not all is what it seems! Don't be expecting a very action packed , martial arts , all guns blazing and sexy siren flick! no , no ,no! Jin-Roh is a cleverly constructed anime with a love story, politics, and a fairy tale all inter-woven together. One thing that did spring into my mind was that unlike most anime, this one actually uses long pauses and uneasy silences very well with a great depressing tone to it. One cannot help but sympathise with Fuse as we can see that he is a man wanting to reach out for something but is unable to do so as it is inability to socially interact with others is almost very apparent but then his instructor reminds us that for some it is easier to live like beasts, rather than humans and we are constantly reminded that through from the directors references to the Little Red Riding Hood story to the full moon appearing in the back ground which shows us that they are beasts that walk amongst us as men . To conclude Jin-Roh is probably one of the most grim depictions of the human race but it is also one of the finest anime I have watched and it is one hell of a way to do the first anime review. My only complaints were that it was a bit short and I would of liked to see a little more deeper insight into Fuse's character. You don't have to be a follower of the Kerbroras Panzer Corps saga to watch this as it stands out on its own pretty well. Highly recommended to fans of anime or not.JIN-ROH: THE WOLF BRIGADE 8.1 OUT OF 10TALES BETWEEN HUMANS AND BEASTS ARE BOUND TO END IN TRAGEDY!

T850 Jin-Roh is a masterpiece of a film to say the least. Just having it made is a miracle in itself as it deviates from the conventions of Japanese Anime. This film may be the closest to an anime version of independent film, The characters are the focal point of the story, and the setting is unique to say the least. And never before has an anime ever been so believable.The story takes place in an alternate past of post WWII Japan, The victors were not the Allies but the Germans and Japan finally being rid of German occupation. The transition isn't without it's problems, However the political situation isn't the focal point of the story, But of one man who is part of an elite police unit. He a young teen girl blows herself before his very eyes which traumatizes him. Soon he befriends and falls into a romance with someone who is supposedly her sister and resembles her very much. But both of them have their secrets which influence their relationship as the movie progresses. There is also a side-plot of police establishments vying for power, But this is a distraction at best, The point of the film is the way the relationship between the two main characters develops. The real story of Little Red Riding hood is the theme for the movie, numerous references and symbolism is genius presented with these characters who we slowly begin to care for. Who is the wolf? Who is the human? Can the two coexist? It's up to you once you see the film The film's visuals are a wonder to behold as well, The animation is unconventional for an anime as the characters have realistic proportions and features. The level of detail is simply breathtaking as well as it's surprising realism, Even down to the guns, all the guns are from WWII, most of which are of German design, And are recognizable to the smallest detail, this familiarity only enhances the realism that this film achieves.The sounds are just as precise to the simple thing as rain impacting a coat, or a heavy boot trudging onto a puddle, or the unique rattle of the MG-42 that the elite police force use. Usually animations are very loose with such details but the amount of care given to this film is absolutely remarkable.The icon of the film an elite police unit in his battle gear. While I must admit I was in awe of this equipment and couldn't help saying 'That is so F@#$!ing cool' It is only a small bonus of the film. There is a childish delight to be had seeing these guys appear and do their thing. But there's more to it then that. First is the level of detail in it as well as the believability factor, They wear heavy armor, The German Stahlhelms on their heads and elaborate breathing masks, And the glowing red eyes are equally intimidating to the audience as they are to the characters who confront them. But also the metaphor of the 'wolves' in this film being these men, Fuse (the main character) in particular. When he see him putting the armor, and most notably the mask on, you get the feeling that he is revealing his true form, Not hiding it. The transformations simply send a shiver down your spine, A wolf taking the guise of a man like in Little Red Riding Hood.The film isn't shy on the level of graphic violence, However this doesn't dominate the film, nor does it become gratuitous. The violence is there when it's appropriate for the scene and not done for the sake of it that a lot of animes tend to do. A bold move for the film is that it never glorifies violence, It's shown to be very ugly. The suffering is disturbing to see when someone is shot. The explosions, effects are never over the top and kept on a very real level which brings us into this world, It becomes familiar to us and not alien. This alternate past could have easily been the real world if it played out that way.My only real complaint of the film, is the conspiracy with the law enforcement establishments. While interesting there wasn't much told on it and was easy to regard it as irrelevant, But it's only a minor quibble the real story behind it is more then enough and keeps the focus where it should be.A MUST HAVE film, whether fans of animated movies or not. This is a film that just does it right and makes characters that the we, the audience, can identify with and sympathize with and feel for as well as a world that reeks of reality even though it's fiction. Genius is all I can say of the writer and director, And it is a shame that not many films of this type are made more.