a B, enjoying the focus on Kenshin and Shigure but lamented how the movie relies heavily on the mortal duel between the former and Gentatsu to the point where this scene is used in several flashbacks. The animation was also praised by the reviewer as the constant flashbacks make a massive contrast with the main story since there is a clear change in regards to the clothes that seem more fitting in the more Westernized Meiji era. About.com was more critical, calling The Motion Picture an extended episode of the TV series which might come across as not entertaining to both newcomers and returning fans. References External links 1997 action films 1997 anime films ADV Films Anime action films Aniplex Films set in 1878 Films set in the Meiji period Gallop (studio) Rurouni Kenshin films