Boruto: Naruto the Movie
Directed by Hiroyuki Yamashita
- adventure
- action
- animation
- comedy
- fantasy
The story
The spirited Boruto Uzumaki, son of Seventh Hokage Naruto, is a skilled ninja who possesses the same brashness and passion his father once had. However, the constant absence of his father, who is busy with his Hokage duties, puts a damper on Boruto's fire. He ends up meeting his father's friend Sasuke, and requests to become... his apprentice!? The curtain on the story of the new generation rises!
What it’s like
Bright, saturated anime colour: sunlit Hidden Leaf village rooftops, verdant forest canopies, and bursts of hand-drawn ninja action rendered in crisp cel-shaded lines with lively speed-line flourishes. The palette runs warm and cheerful, with lots of orange, green and sky blue, and the action cuts quickly between wide establishing shots and tight close-ups on faces and fists. The score is bright and percussive, with orchestral swells and taiko-style beats punctuating the fights, while quieter scenes lean on gentle strings and ambient birdsong. The vibe is upbeat, playful and adventurous, with a warm, low-stakes energy that works for a weekend afternoon, a family movie night, or a kid-friendly comfort watch. Pacing is brisk and episodic, the emotional arc follows a headstrong young ninja learning to see his absent father and to earn his own respect. Intensity is moderate: stylised martial-arts fights with brief bursts of peril and light slapstick, with no gore and little real cruelty. It suits fans of the Naruto franchise, younger viewers, and anyone wanting upbeat shonen action that stays friendly.
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