Japan / Mar 05, 2023
The Samurai (2023)
Overall average
5.0/10
Plot
Kenji and Shintaro, once esteemed as the castle town's best Samurai, were anticipated to become the next Sensei and top Samurai until an assault changed their fate. While saving their lord, Kenji's injury marked the end of his swordsmanship career, and the loss of his purpose led to a life of drunkenness, earning him the nickname "the quitter." Despite this, Kenji's wife, Rin, continued to support him, recognizing his enduring passion. Following Sensei Yamamoto's death, a will declared that the next Sensei would be determined by a showdown between Kenji and Shintaro, leading Rin to dedicate herself to Kenji's redemption through rigorous training. The time has come for Kenji to confront Shintaro.
Main cast
Full cast
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
| Take Sanada | Yakuza 05 |
| Yoshiya Sone | Takeuchi Shintaro |
| Sosuke Tokuyama | Sensei |
| Hidenori Wagatsuma | Yakuza |
| Yojiro Yamanaka | Saburo |
Genres
Technical details
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Original title | The Samurai |
| Original language | English (EN) |
| Spoken languages | English |
| Production countries | Japan |
| Status | Released |
| Production companies | MustLove |
| Official site | mustlovejapan.com |
| Release date | 5 marzo 2023 |
| Production | Toshi Asaka, Shuten Shimojo |
| Writer | Toshi Asaka |
| Cinematography | Toshi Asaka |
| Assistant directors | Toshi Asaka |
| Music | Yuri Shimada |
| Sound | Yuri Shimada |
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| Costume design | Kahori Saito |
| Makeup | Kahori Saito |
| Hairstyling | Kahori Saito |
| Budget | 500 € |
Release dates
Limited release
Digital
United States / Mar 26, 2023
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