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In our article, we list 5 popular Asian movies that adapter a manga. Though blockbuster success nor critical acclaim are not the most important factor, their influence on cinema and the visual arts is undeniable. Moreover, they may have paid homage to the source material.
Below, you can read our Top 5 Asian movies inspired from manga and anime.
5. DRAGON BALL EVOLUTION (2009)
At the lowest spot, Dragon Ball Evolution deserves the list. Though the film was a commercial failure, it was nevertheless an adaptation of a high-profile franchise. Importantly, it loosely adapts the story of Goku from Dragon Ball Z though it completely changes the universe and the source material. Really, it may be some of the worst manga-to-film adaptations from Hollywood though it was directed by James Wong.
WHY IT’S ON THIS LIST: And the movie belongs on this list for the Hollywood adaptation, the popular franchise though the commercial failure.
4. KNIGHTS OF THE ZODIAC (2023)
Though Tomek Bagiński’s Knights of the Zodiac (2023) was a critical failure, the movie still managed to influence fandom. Importantly, the movie is loosely based on Saint Seiya: Knights of the Zodiac. Though the movie follows the storyline, it still lacks the authenticity of the original anime.
WHY IT’S ON THIS LIST: And the movie belongs on this list for the anime adaptation, the popular franchise and the pop-culture influence.
3. CITY HUNTER (1993)
Certainly, City Hunter (1993) is the Hong Kong blockbuster. When the movie was released, it received mixed reviews. At the same time, critics stated it was one of the best Jackie Chan films. With action and comedy, the movie can still bring some good times.
READ the City Hunter #3 manga on Amazon.
WHY IT’S ON THIS LIST: And the movie belongs on this list for the manga adaptation, Jackie Chan’s star power and some of the best action comedy.
2. ATTACK ON TITAN (2015)
Certainly, the Attack on Titan franchise known for its ultra-violence and action is among the most celebrated in manga currently. In 2015, director Shinji Higuchi released the two-parter Attack on Titan film with mixed reviews though it was a box-office success in Japan.
WHY IT’S ON THIS LIST: And the movie belongs on this list for the visual spectacle, the best-selling manga franchise and the box office success.
1. I AM A HERO (2015)
At the top of our list, is a Japanese horror film by Shinsuke Sato based on the manga of the same name. Although the 2015 movie remains a mystery, I Am a Hero is one of the most critically-acclaimed Japanese movies of the decade.
WATCH I Am a Hero in Japanese with English subtitles.
WHY IT’S ON THIS LIST: And the movie belongs on this list for the critical acclaim, the successful manga adaptation and the low budget.
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| Saint Seiya: Knights of the Zodiac in SAINT SEIYA WIKI. 12 outstanding live-action films adapted from manga in PRESTIGE. |