Rupan sansei: Walther P38

Then I am the first person who will not speak highly enough of this film. So for me this film really shows potential because we have never seen a much more violent and bloody Lupine III film. And yet this river was truly a disappointment for me because a good oneit really had potential But I never understand these things that really get on my nerves. That is, you make a very violent and bloody film and it's that you add comedy and that's what's worse than these things that aren't funny at all, for example that Fujiko gives Lupine a slapThese things aren't funny to me at all and the villains. That is, the tarantulas are badly used in the film. She's the main villain, thrown at random. The only positive thing about this film is Ellen who, for me, was a really good character but you need another film. Failure of Lupine IIIWhat a shame with something like this that was really wasted to conclude the vote 5.

"Island of Assassins" is another adventure from famed master thief Lupin III. In this one, Lupin and the gang face off against a notorious group of mercenaries all marked with a distinctive spider tattoo on their hand. Together, Lupin, Jigan, Goeman and Fujiko will race against the clock to clear Lupin's name, get the gold, free hostages and unravel a mystery about Lupin's past. Doing all this, while trying to escape with their lives.

I have now seen about 8 of these Lupin III movies, and they can vary wildly in quality. I am a fan of this series, these are fun characters, they work well off of each other and set up fun and unique adventures. And fear not, this is one of the good ones. There are just a few things that keeps it away from being a great one.

First, addressing the tone. This movie is decidedly darker in tone compared to the majority of Lupin adventures. If you come into Lupin for its humor, most of that is being held up by a side story only tangentially related to the main events. This is a more Lupin focused story, with as much for Jigan, Goeman, Zenigate and Fujiko. The new character for this movie, Ellen, is more interesting and plot relevant than most of the female add-ons from these movies.

The setting of the island is an entertaining one. There is an almost constant sense of peril, like our heroes are one wrong look away from being killed. This movie has an intimidating villain and a compelling overarching mystery. The animation style helps compliment the darker more serious tone. It isn't necessarily my favorite animation for Lupin, but it is undeniably a step up from their episodic animation. I also like the English dub of Sonny Strait and Christopher Sabat (Krillin and Piccolo) for Lupin and Jigan.

The movie builds up to an exciting third act, but this is when the main problems begin to arise. Without giving anything away, there is a major plot point that is just ignored. The movie sets up these rules, and apply actions to consequences, but then at the end just say: "nah, don't worry about it." For a movie that is so serious, that plot hole may be the funniest joke of the film.

Overall, it is a good adventure, intimidating villains, compelling mysteries, exciting action and constant suspense. Then the ending has such a large plot point that is just ignored, it is impossible to ignore. But it is not enough to ruin the movie. It still gets a recommendation from me. Give it a watch if you are looking for a darker animated adventure.

Like any Lupin film, Walther P-38 is completely entertaining, with a wide appeal base. That is to say, anyone can enjoy any film of the Lupin series, be they an otaku or someone not familiar with anime. Unlike others of the series, this film is deadly serious at times, with mature imagery and violence. The slapstick humor is ever present, for that is what endears fans to the Lupin series. For fans, those who find Goeman particularly more entertaining than Jigan (myself certainly NOT included), this film is perfect. The plot centers around an inescapable island on which the greatest cabal of assassins is trained. This fact is certainly reflected in the writing and plot; most of the action take splace on this island and most characters are stoic badasses. Whoever you are watch this movie, but specifically those of you who have watched Lupin, but felt it couldn't complete with more graphic, more adult anime. This one will hopefully have you rethinking that.

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The thing that strikes the most in this particular film are the many violent and bloody scenes which are not a common thing in Lupin films.

The tone is more serious this time and the characters are fighting for their lives, the treasure is a 2nd priority.

As for the characters, Zenigata is basically cut out of the film, and the others are always in help of Lupin, but nothing memorable.

It's a forgettable Lupin film only for true fans.

Now for the characters review limit: The thing that strikes the most in this particular film is the many violent and bloody scenes which is not a common thing in Lupin films.

The tone is more serious this time and the characters are fighting for their lives, the treasure is a 2nd priority.

As for the characters, Zenigata is basically cut out of the film, and the others are always in help of Lupin, but nothing memorable.

This Lupin the 3rd TV movie is different than the other ones.

It has more violence and the plot to it is more dark. Still has some humor in it but not a whole lot.

Lupin has to face the most dangerous group of Assassins ever. Who are trained/savaged killers. Lupin also tries to find his lost famous Wather P38 he use to own.

The animation is very smooth and well done.

Character designs are different than the previous TV movies character designs.

This may very well be the most violent Lupin the 3rd anime ever.

It's still worth seeing. I give it an 8/10