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The Loyal 47 Ronin (1958)

5.819582h 44mJA
DramaHistory

Directed by Kunio Watanabe

Rating

5.8/10

Runtime

2h 44m

Language

JA

Release

April 1, 1958

Director

Kunio Watanabe

Overview

Japan, 1701. A group of samurai become rônin after their lord is forced to commit seppuku for assaulting a court official, who will become the target of a merciless revenge.

Cast

Kazuo Hasegawa

Kazuo Hasegawa

Kuranosuke Ôishi

Yataro Kurokawa

Yataro Kurokawa

Denpachirô Tamon

Michiyo Kogure

Michiyo Kogure

Dayû Ukihashi

Shintarō Katsu

Shintarō Katsu

Genzô Akagaki

Eitarō Ozawa

Eitarō Ozawa

Hyôbu Chisaka

Takashi Shimura

Takashi Shimura

Jûbei Ôtake

Koji Tsuruta

Koji Tsuruta

Kin'emon Okano

Osamu Takizawa

Osamu Takizawa

Kôzukenosuke Kira

Ayako Wakao

Ayako Wakao

Orin, Carpenter's Daughter

Machiko Kyō

Machiko Kyō

Orui, Spy

Chikage Awashima

Chikage Awashima

Riku Ôishi

Keizō Kawasaki

Keizō Kawasaki

Shinzaemon Katsuta

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Loyal 47 Ronin (1958), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Japan, 1701. A group of samurai become rônin after their lord is forced to commit seppuku for assaulting a court official, who will become the target of a merciless revenge.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Loyal 47 Ronin. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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