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Satoshi: A Move for Tomorrow (2016)

6.320162h 4mJA
Drama

Directed by Yoshitaka Mori

Rating

6.3/10

Runtime

2h 4m

Language

JA

Release

November 2, 2016

Director

Yoshitaka Mori

Overview

Satoshi Murayama, the shogi (Japanese chess) master known as the arch-rival of Yoshiharu Habu, the shogi genius of the century, died of an intractable disease at age 29. Satoshi devoted his life to fighting not only the disease but also his rivals, feverishly pursuing the highest title, at risk to h...

Cast

Kenichi Matsuyama

Kenichi Matsuyama

Satoshi Murayama

Masahiro Higashide

Masahiro Higashide

Yoshiharu Habu

Shota Sometani

Shota Sometani

Mitsugu Egawa

Lily Franky

Lily Franky

Nobuo Mori

Keiko Takeshita

Keiko Takeshita

Tomiko Murayama

Ken Yasuda

Ken Yasuda

Seiichiro Tachibana

Tokio Emoto

Tokio Emoto

Manabu Arazaki

Toshiyuki Kitami

Toshiyuki Kitami

Shinichi Murayama

Michitaka Tsutsui

Michitaka Tsutsui

Yoji Hashiguchi

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Satoshi: A Move for Tomorrow (2016), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Satoshi Murayama, the shogi (Japanese chess) master known as the arch-rival of Yoshiharu Habu, the shogi genius of the century, died of an intractable disease at age 29. Satoshi devoted his life to fighting not only the disease but also his rivals, feverishly pursuing the highest title, at risk to his life. Director Yoshitaka Mori (Hyakuhachi (2008), Space Brothers (2012)) depicts Murayama's true struggling life, full of love from his parents and teacher, based on the non-fiction novel written by Yoshio Osaki. Kenichi Matsuyama intensely portrays Satoshi and physically embodies the character.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Satoshi: A Move for Tomorrow. 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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