Bugmaster (2006) delves into a visually captivating and poetic realm, inspired by the celebrated manga by Yuki Urushibara, which explores the intricate bond between humans and nature. The narrative revolves around Ginko, a skilled mushishi, or bugmaster, who possesses the unique ability to interact with mushi, small supernatural entities connected to the essence of life and death. Despite their invisibility to most, these mushi exert a profound influence over both the natural world and humans. Ginko, with his distinctive silver hair, missing eye, and fragmented memories, journeys through premodern Japan, aiding those tormented by these ethereal spirits. His quest for personal answers leads him to Tanyu, a beautiful yet disabled bugmaster who documents the history of the mushi by confining them within scrolls. When the mushi escape and threaten Tanyu, Ginko must intervene to save her and preserve the fading legacy of an ancient era. Renowned animator Katsuhiro Otomo (Steamboy, Akira) masterfully integrates CGI animation with compelling performances, crafting a rich, mythical universe where humans and nature are intricately linked by primordial, otherworldly forces.
Bugmaster (2006)
2006 · Movie · 129 min. · Japan
Credits
Direction Katsuhiro Ōtomo
Cast Jô Odagiri · Makiko Kuno · Reia Moriyama · Yû Aoi · Nao Omori · Hideyuki Inada · Baku Numata · Rô Naruse · Makiko Esumi
Soundtrack Kuniaki Haishima
Screenplay Sadayuki Murai · Yuki Urushibara
Cinematography Takahide Shibanushi
Technical sheet
Title Bugmaster
Original title Mushishi (Bugmaster)
Year 2006
Type Movie
Length 129 min.
Country Japan
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