The new “Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle” movie is everything we have been waiting for. It’s the kind of film that grabs you from the first scene and doesn’t let go until the credits. Even though it was long, and I’m not the type to stay focused on movies that are long, it was worth it.
From the moment “Infinity Castle” started, you could tell that it was going to be something special. The animation was breathtaking. Ufotable the Japanese animation studio, outdid itself with the animations. The motion and fight scenes were the most interesting to me. Every blade swing, every flash of color and every emotional moment felt purposeful. There was so much put into the movie; you can just tell how much care went into making everything perfect.
What I loved most about “Infinity Castle” wasn’t just the action, even though that is almost the entire plot of the movie; it was the detail behind it. The movie digs very deep into what drives these characters as well as loyalty, loss and the will to protect others. You feel the weight and emotion of every fight there is, and that makes each victory hit harder.
With that being said, the film can feel a little overwhelming at times. There’s actually a lot happening at once. Multiple storylines, quick transitions, and the intensity really doesn’t slow down. If you’re not already caught up on “Demon Slayer,” you might get lost in the chaos. But for fans who’ve been following since the beginning, it’s satisfying to finally see everything that has built up to this point come alive.
One thing that really stood out was how well the movie balances quiet moments with high action scenes. It basically just gives you room to breathe just when you need it, then pulls you right back into the fight. For example, they will be mid fight, and the scene will just slow down and take a deep dive into the characters’ minds for us to see what is not revealed on the outside. The music gets all warm and soft, and it’s honestly just a perfect mix of emotional storytelling and high-level action at the same time.
The voice acting, both in Japanese and English, deserves credit too. I think it’s so cool and time consuming for the team of translators to make the entire movie in the English version as well. The performances bring so much emotion to the characters, especially in the most intense scenes. You can really feel their pain, their courage and how determined the Hashira and other members of the Demon Slayer Corps are in every part of the movie. You can really tell they are really locked in within battle and super focused on winning it once and for all.
It was a little disappointing that the movies are broken up into sections, so now the next wait isn’t till a few years from now. However, it does make sense to be that way, or else viewers may not watch it if it were to be way longer than it already was. It still must focus on keeping the audience engaged, so I think waiting until the next release is the perfect step.
By the end, it feels like a true celebration of what makes “Demon Slayer” so special, its great visuals, deep storytelling and characters who feel real, even in a crazy world full demons and swordsman. In my opinion and based on what I have seen, it is one of the fan favorite anime series of this generation and my personal favorite.