Shadow Over Fuji
Originally released in 1957. Shadow Over Fuji is a drama/history film. directed by Yasushi Sasaki.
Starring Utaemon Ichikawa, Eitarō Shindō, and Kōtarō Satomi
Synopsis
The year is 1805. Napoleon ruled Europe. Ienari is the 11th Tokugawa Shogun. An incident, which was an open official secret, took place on the foothills of Mt. Fuji. Fearing attacks from within and without, the Shogunate planned to build a training castle utilizing the most advanced techniques. Two master castle architects, Sato Kikutaro and Kumai Hakuten, were selected to compete for the honor of building this castle. Lord Mizuno Dewa has even ordered the townspeople to assist both sides with their land surveys and preparations. This leads to fear on the part of farmers that their land will be taken away from them, and sets off a series of events which rock the nation to its very roots. With an all-star cast, this is an important story with relevance to current times. One of Ichikawa Utaemon's finest performances, a true classic!
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 29, 1957
68 years ago
Runtime
1h 44m
104 minutes total
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Toei Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shadow Over Fuji about?
The year is 1805. Napoleon ruled Europe. Ienari is the 11th Tokugawa Shogun. An incident, which was an open official secret, took place on the foothills of Mt. Fuji. Fearing attacks from within and...
Who directed Shadow Over Fuji?
Shadow Over Fuji was directed by Yasushi Sasaki.
How long is Shadow Over Fuji?
Shadow Over Fuji has a runtime of 1 hours and 44 minutes (104 minutes total).
When was Shadow Over Fuji released?
Shadow Over Fuji was released on October 29, 1957 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Shadow Over Fuji?
The main cast of Shadow Over Fuji includes Utaemon Ichikawa, Eitarō Shindō, Kōtarō Satomi, Kinya Kitaoji, Yumiko Hasegawa.