Onmyôji

Oct 6 2001 R 1h 52m
Action, Drama, Fantasy

During a dark time in the Heian period, when evil forces threaten the kingdom, the emperor relies on the onmyoji 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, Doson, in the hopes of restoring peace to the kingdom.

Plot

Set in the capital city of Kyoto during the Heian period, a magician and fortune teller Onmyoji Seimei is called in to assist Hiromasa to thwart court wizard and minister Doson who is suspected of being at the cusp of orchestrating a coup. With the physical and metaphysical worlds allied the combined force may have a chance to beat back Doson. Magic, surrealism and beauty fill the screen, and air,

Written by

Baku Yumemakura

Directed by

Yôjirô Takita

Cast

Mansai Nomura, Hideaki Itô, Hiroyuki Sanada

Crew

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Production Countries

Japan

Production Companies

Toho

Languages

Awards

6 wins & 9 nominations

Scores
# of Votes
1,611
Average Rating
6.2 out of 10
Metascore
53
Popularity
NA