Onmyoji
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10/6/2001Runtime
116 minsOverview
During a dark time in the Heian period, when evil forces threaten the kingdom, the emperor relies on the onmyōji to keep the supernatural forces in line. But as political events become highly charged, friction within the order leads to betrayal. Now, Seimei, a talented member of the clan, must face down his master, Dōson, in the hopes of restoring peace to the kingdom.
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JapaneseBudget
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A richly atmospheric period drama where mystical intrigue and political machination collide, drawing you into a world where supernatural forces mirror the corruption of those in power. The film balances spectral horror with intimate character conflict, creating an experience that feels both operatic and deeply personal.
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Sachiko Kokubu
Fujiwara no Tadako
Mansai Nomura
Abe no Seimei
Hideaki Ito
Minamoto no Hiromasa
Eriko Imai
Mitsumushi
Hiroyuki Sanada
Dōson
Kenji Yamaki
Tachibana no Ukon
Houka Kinoshita
Kanmu-Ten'nou
Ken'ichi Ishii
Fujiwara no Kaneie
Kenjirou Ishimaru
Onmyo-gashira
Kenichi Yajima
Fujiwara no Morosuke
Mai Hosho
Uri no onna
Yui Natsukawa
Fujiwara no Sukehime
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