noun
action film; action movie; action drama
Refers to a genre of film, TV, or theater characterized by physical action, fights, and stunts. Often used in compound terms like 時代活劇 (period action drama).
See also: アクションドラマ
彼は活劇の撮影でスタントを担当した。
He was in charge of stunts during the filming of the action movie.
この活劇は迫力のある戦闘シーンが魅力
This action drama's appeal lies in its powerful fight scenes.
noun
riotous scene; fight scene
Describes a chaotic, violent, or tumultuous real-life situation, not a fictional work. Can be used metaphorically for any disorderly brawl or upheaval.
会議はまるで活劇のような騒ぎになった。
The meeting turned into a riotous scene.
酒場で活劇が始まり、警察が呼ばれた。
A fight broke out at the bar and the police were called.