...There really is nothing new that this movie brings to the table in terms of story. But that's not what makes it special. Yoshiaki-san has found a way to blend two popular genres, action and feudal japan, in the realm of anime. Let's face it, a movie of this graphic a magnitude just wouldn't cut it in live action. Plus, sometimes it's just more fun to watch it animated.One warning, though. If you are faint of heart of stomach, or have a weak constitution all around, and haven't seen this movie, it is best that you keep it that way. ... this movie still stands as one of the most violent OAV to ever come out of Japan. Still, if you're feeling up to a little animated mayhem, I definitely suggest giving Ninja Scroll ninety minutes of your life. You shouldn't regret it.