Kurama Tengu Ending Explained: What Happened and Why?
Complete breakdown of the climax, final twists, and spoilers for Kurama Tengu.
Kurama Tengu Ending Explained: This is Kanjûrô Arashi's first film with Nikkatsu after his independent production company went bankrupt (many of these independent companies went bankrupt shortly after the transition to sound). Directed by Sadatsugu Matsuda, this 1938 story film stars Kanjūrō Arashi, alongside Kunitaro Bando, Tokumaro Dan, Ryōsuke Kagawa. Rated 7/10 by audiences, the conclusion brings the story to a satisfying close.
What Happens at the End of Kurama Tengu?
This is Kanjûrô Arashi's first film with Nikkatsu after his independent production company went bankrupt (many of these independent companies went bankrupt shortly after the transition to sound). As he is mostly famous for his portrait of Kurama tengu (and on the other hand, he's the definitive actor for Kurama Tengu as well), Nikkatsu made another version of Kurama tengu, co-directed by Masahiro Makino & Sadatsugu Matsuda who are both sons of Shozo Makino. Scripted by Yoshitake Hisa, a jidaigeki specialist who later scripted several Toei All-Star Jidaigeki.
Sadatsugu Matsuda's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Kanjūrō Arashi's journey. As he is mostly famous for his portrait of Kurama tengu (and on the other hand, he's the definitive actor for Kurama Tengu as well), Nikkatsu made another version of Kurama tengu, co-directed by Masahiro Makino & Sadatsugu Matsuda who are both sons of Shozo Makino.
How Does Kanjūrō Arashi's Story End?
- Kanjūrō Arashi: Kanjūrō Arashi's arc reaches a definitive conclusion by the final act, with Sadatsugu Matsuda delivering a resolution that feels earned after the film's 0h 52m runtime.
- Kunitaro Bando: Kunitaro Bando's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
- Tokumaro Dan: Tokumaro Dan's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.
What Does the Ending of Kurama Tengu Mean?
The ending of Kurama Tengu ties together the narrative threads involving Kanjūrō Arashi. Sadatsugu Matsuda chooses a conclusion that prioritizes thematic consistency over surprise, resulting in an ending that rewards viewers who engaged with the story's central themes.