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The legend of the birth of Shintoism. In Fourth Century Japan, the Emperor's son Ouso expects to succeed his father on the throne, but Otomo, the Emperor's vassal, prefers Ouso's stepbrother, and conspires to have Ouso die on a dangerous mission he has contrived. But Ouso prevails in the mission and returns to his father's castle under a new name, Prince Yamato Takeru. Otomo plots to have the Prince sent into even greater danger, but Otomo is unaware that the gods have favored the Prince and the outcome is far from what any of them expected.
The legend of the birth of Shintoism. In Fourth Century Japan, the Emperor's son Ouso expects to succeed his father on the throne, but Otomo, the Emperor's vassal, prefers Ouso's stepbrother, and conspires to have Ouso die on a dangerous mission he has contrived. But Ouso prevails in the mission and returns to his father's castle under a new name, Prince Yamato Takeru. Otomo plots to have the Prince sent into even greater danger, but Otomo is unaware that the gods have favored the Prince and the outcome is far from what any of them expected.
The film explicitly promotes traditional values, national identity, and the divine legitimacy of the imperial line by adapting foundational Japanese myths, thereby aligning its central thesis with conservative ideology.
This 1959 Japanese film, based on ancient mythology, features a cast entirely consistent with its cultural and historical setting. The narrative focuses on traditional mythological themes without incorporating modern diversity, equity, and inclusion critiques or explicit re-framing of identities.
The film 'The Three Treasures' does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. Its narrative centers on Japanese mythology and historical figures, without incorporating queer identities or experiences.
The film is a historical epic focused on male warriors and mythical figures. Female characters primarily occupy traditional supporting roles and are not depicted engaging in or winning direct physical combat against male opponents.
The film adapts ancient Japanese mythology, specifically the legends of Yamato Takeru. All major mythological and historical figures are portrayed with their canonically established genders from the source material, without any changes.
The film adapts ancient Japanese mythology, featuring characters who are canonically Japanese. The 1959 production, directed by Hiroshi Inagaki, stars a Japanese cast portraying these figures, aligning with their established racial identity.
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