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Sekigahara (2017)

7.020172h 30mJA
WarHistoryDrama

Directed by Masato Harada

Rating

7.0/10

Runtime

2h 30m

Language

JA

Release

August 26, 2017

Director

Masato Harada

Overview

The background to and depiction of a watershed battle in Japanese history, at Sekigahara in 1600, when Tokugawa Ieyasu's Army of the East defeated the Army of the West of Ishida Mitsunari. The story includes the intrigues and shifting loyalties of the various retainers, family members, and samurai.

Cast

Junichi Okada

Junichi Okada

Ishida Mitsunari

Kasumi Arimura

Kasumi Arimura

Hatsume

Koji Yakusho

Koji Yakusho

Tokugawa Ieyasu

Takehiro Hira

Takehiro Hira

Shima Sakon

Masahiro Higashide

Masahiro Higashide

Kobayakawa Hideaki

Yasumasa Oba

Yasumasa Oba

Otani Yoshitsugu

Kenichi Matsuyama

Kenichi Matsuyama

Naoe Kanetsugu

Shihou Harumi

Shihou Harumi

Ankokuji Ekei

Shû Nakajima

Shû Nakajima

Serubicchi

Noriko Nakagoshi

Noriko Nakagoshi

Hanano

Mitsu Dan

Mitsu Dan

Myozen

Ayumi Ito

Ayumi Ito

Shirohebi

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Sekigahara (2017), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

The background to and depiction of a watershed battle in Japanese history, at Sekigahara in 1600, when Tokugawa Ieyasu's Army of the East defeated the Army of the West of Ishida Mitsunari. The story includes the intrigues and shifting loyalties of the various retainers, family members, and samurai.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Sekigahara. 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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