Ninja Resurrection (series)
Title: Ninja Resurrection: The Revenge of Jubei
Story: Join the nightmarish journey through faith and betrayal as the infamous warrior Jubei confronts the ultimate evil!! Japan, 1614, the Tokugawa Shogunate outlaws the practice of Christianity and ruthlessly slaughters it's followers. The scattered survivors place their faith in a prophecy of salvation: a Child of Heaven will be born to deliver them from their enemies. Yet hidden in the same prophecy is a dark omen, for it is written that should the savior falter, he will be reborn as Satan. Now a new leader has risen to challenge the Shogun's power. The followers of Christ believe that savior has appeared. However, unspeakable treachery lurks within the Christian stronghold as the blood-soaked horror of the prophecy is unleashed in Ninja Resurrection: The Revenge of Jubei.
Anime Direct Comments: Contrary to popular belief, this story has nothing to do with Ninja Scroll. It is a series all on it's own and The Revenge of Jubei is the first part. A decent watch with some good action scenes. Rating: 3 out of 5
Age Restriction: 15 (no under 15)
Formats Available: Video CD (VCD) & Video Cassette (VHS)
Price: R70-00 on VCD ; R80-00 on Cassette
Title: Ninja Resurrection: Hell's Spawn
Story: The nightmare continues; Demons stand in the shadows poised to state their with the blood of the innocent. Some have returned for blood, some for sex, and some for revenge. But this bloodletting is just the beginning - a brief overture heralding the rebirth of Satan. Jubei feels the evil awakening, strange dreams haunt him, banished from his father's home, Jubei seeks the true wisdom of the samurai. In this he is not alone. Cloistered high in the mountains , Miyamoto Musashi also seeks the strength of peace, he too senses the darkness of the coming days... These warriors have pledged never to kill again. But as Hell's fury draws near with Satan himself leading the way, down which path does honor lie??
Anime Direct Comments: This is the second part in the series with more to come later.
Age Restriction: 18 (no under 18)
Formats Available: Video CD (VCD) & Video Cassette (VHS)
Price: R70-00 on VCD ; R80-00 on Cassette
