Young Swordsman
Originally released in 1963. Young Swordsman is a drama film. directed by Hiroshi Inagaki.
Starring Matsumoto Hakuō II, Hiroyuki Nagato, and Junko Ikeuchi
Synopsis
This Japanese action-adventure is set in the 17th century when all forms of swordplay were banned. One fighter, an excellent swordsman believes the law is unfair. His brother keeps his opinions about the law to himself. The swordsman vents his frustration by cutting off the thumbs of an enemy. The fighter is then banished. To live, he becomes a thief. To restore the family's lost honor, the other brother is forced to challenge the fighter to a duel.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 31, 1963
62 years ago
Runtime
1h 48m
108 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (11 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- TOHO
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Young Swordsman about?
This Japanese action-adventure is set in the 17th century when all forms of swordplay were banned. One fighter, an excellent swordsman believes the law is unfair. His brother keeps his opinions abo...
Who directed Young Swordsman?
Young Swordsman was directed by Hiroshi Inagaki.
How long is Young Swordsman?
Young Swordsman has a runtime of 1 hours and 48 minutes (108 minutes total).
When was Young Swordsman released?
Young Swordsman was released on August 31, 1963 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Young Swordsman?
The main cast of Young Swordsman includes Matsumoto Hakuō II, Hiroyuki Nagato, Junko Ikeuchi, Yuki Nakagawa, Nami Tamura.