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The movie, 47 Ronin, is based upon a 2013 American fantasy action film depicting a fictional account of the forty-seven Ronin, a real-life group of samurai in 18th-century Japan who avenge the murder of their master. Produced by Universal Studios, the film is directed by Carl Erik Rinsch and stars Keanu Reeves, Rinko Kikuchi, Tadanobu Asano, Hiroyuki Sanada and an ensemble of other Japanese actors.

Just so you know, a Ronin was a samurai with no lord or master during the feudal period [1185–1868] of Japan. A samurai became master-less from the death or fall of his master, or after the loss of his master’s favor or privilege.

Here’s a picture of the graves of the 47 Ronin at Sengaku-ji Temple, Tokyo, Japan

Our Review of 47 Ronin

To be honest, while the movie was entertaining, samurai fans whom are well-versed with the spirit of bushido and the true story of the 47 Ronin would be quite disappointed with how the movie would turn out to be. The action scenes were far too few and too much emphasis is placed on unfolding the story through tons of dialogues.

On the other hand, if you’re a fan of fantasy films and you are not quite bothered with the actual account of the 47 Ronin, this film might just be what you need to kill time. After all, who cares so much about history right?

The movie duration is approximately 2 hours long and is rated PG13 for scenes that depicts violence.

47 Ronin Movie Synopsis

Keanu Reeves makes an explosive return to action-adventure in 47 Ronin. After a treacherous warlord kills their master and banishes their kind, 47 leaderless samurai vow to seek vengeance and restore honor to their people. Driven from their homes and dispersed across the land, this band of Ronin must seek the help of Kai [Reeves], a half-breed they once rejected; as they fight their way across a savage world of mythic beasts, shape-shifting witchcraft and wondrous terrors. As this exiled, enslaved outcast becomes their most deadly weapon, he will transform into the hero who inspires this band of outnumbered rebels to seize eternity.

47 Ronin Movie Trailer

Catch 47 Ronin on this Christmas Day!

Merry Christmas! 🙂

Thanks to Nikon Singapore, we had the opportunity to review the Nikon COOLPIX P520 compact camera and we brought it out to the Universal Studios Singapore at Resorts World Sentosa for some photography fun.
As you all probably know, parking at Resorts World Sentosa is really expensive and hence, we parked our car at Sentosa’s Beach Carpark and then boarded Sentosa Bus 1 which goes to Resorts World Sentosa. The other bus that also goes to Resorts World Sentosa is Sentosa Bus 2 and if you prefer taking the Sentosa Express Train, you can do so at the Waterfront Station.

In case you’re wondering how much parking at Sentosa’s Beach Carpark cost, it cost only $1 [after 5pm on weekdays] and our entrance to Sentosa was free as we have the Sentosa Islander Card.

Now, we are going to let the photos do the talking and the photos that you see in this entry are all taken with the Nikon COOLPIX P520 [unless otherwise indicated]:

While waiting for Sentosa Bus 1

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