Puppet Princess (2000)

In a realm where puppetry intertwines with warfare, the noble family of Princess Rangiku, famed creators of exceptional karakuri puppets, meet their tragic end at the hands of the malevolent warlord, Lord Karimata. His insatiable thirst for power leads him to seize the family's unique and formidable puppets, leaving Rangiku the sole survivor of this ruthless invasion. Haunted by the ghosts of her lineage and bound by duty, Rangiku embarks on a perilous journey of vengeance. She wields the power of her father's greatest puppet warriors, masterpieces of ingenuity and craft, capable of challenging the mightiest adversaries. However, in manipulating these puppet warriors, Rangiku exposes herself to direct attacks, a vulnerability that might prove fatal in her quest. In the face of this imminent danger, Rangiku seeks the aid of Manajiri, a skilled ninja warrior, to fortify her defense and guide her through the unforgiving landscape of battle. With her puppet warriors and Manajiri by her side, she steps into the storm, her heart aflame with the spirit of retribution. "Puppet Princess" is a tale of loss, determination, and the unyielding power of a princess on a mission. Watch as Rangiku navigates the turbulent waters of revenge and loyalty, her destiny entwined with the strings of her puppet warriors.

Puppet Princess is an action movie featuring Norio Wakamoto and directed by Hirotoshi Takaya.

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