Chikan densha: Gokuhi honban

Someone worked overtime (by pink eiga standards) on this script. It combines historical drama, time travel, comedy, action and even a musical performance while adding a bit of depth to the characters. It starts in the 17th century and then the two fighting ninja's time travel to 1984 when this film was made. They each go their separate ways, meeting others before finally getting together again towards the end. The story moves at a good pace and I was constantly interested in what would happen next.

This is a pink film so there is nudity and several sex scenes tho not very explicit. There is also a few erotic scenes of a male character molesting women on a train although each seems to enjoy it. I wouldn't watch it for the nudity or sex scenes but that's me.

The main male lead I thought played it a bit over the topic, too comedic which takes away from believability. The two female leads were both excellent, above average performances.

I really enjoyed this movie and highly recommend it. I will definitely watch it again some time.