The Beast and the Magic Sword

Synopsis

In the film The Beast and the Magic Sword, we follow the journey of a man cursed to become a werewolf and his quest to find a cure. Set in feudal Japan, the protagonist must face mystical creatures and dark forces in his pursuit. Along the way, he encounters love, betrayal, and epic battles that will determine the fate of his curse. Through a blend of horror, fantasy, and martial arts, this unique tale explores themes of redemption and self-discovery. As the stakes rise, he must confront his inner beast and harness the power of the magic sword to restore balance to his world.

Cast

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  Paul Naschy

  Count Waldemar Daninsky / Irineus Daninsky

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  Shigeru Amachi

  Kian

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  Beatriz Escudero

  Kinga

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  Junko Asahina

  Satomi

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  Violeta Cela

  Esther

• Yôko Fuji

  Akane

Reviews

The Beast and the Magic Sword received mixed reviews from critics. While some appreciated its ambitious blend of genres and the unique setting in feudal Japan, others found the storyline confusing and the special effects lacking. Rotten Tomatoes gave it a rating of 4.5/10, with critics praising the film's visual style but criticizing its pacing. IMDb users rated it 5.8/10, with some viewers enjoying the campy charm and nostalgic feel of the movie, while others felt it was too disjointed. Metacritic's score was 45/100, indicating a more polarizing reception among audiences. Overall, The Beast and the Magic Sword offers a blend of supernatural elements and martial arts action that may appeal to fans of cult cinema.

See also

Pulp Fiction

The Shawshank Redemption

Joker

Titanic