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Scabbard Samurai (2011)
Director: Hitoshi Matsumoto
Cast: Takaaki Nomi, Sea Kumada, Itsuji Itao, Tokio Emoto
Runtime103 min
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Kanjuro Nomi is an aging samurai who only has a scabbard. Deserting his lord to wander the land with his daughter Tae, Kanjuro is captured and sentenced to an unusual punishment: he has 30 days to bring a smile to the sad prince who has lost his mother — or else he must die.
Critical Reception & Ratings
Scabbard Samurai, the 2011 film directed by Hitoshi Matsumoto, has received a generally positive critical reception, with praise for its unique blend of action, drama, and comedy. The film has not received any major awards recognition, but it has maintained a respectable 6.9/10 rating on IMDb, indicating a generally positive audience response.
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Fans of director Hitoshi Matsumoto's offbeat comedic style will particularly enjoy this 2011 film 'Scabbard Samurai', which blends action, drama, and dark humor in its tale of an aging samurai tasked with bringing a smile to a sad prince. The performances from actors like Takaaki Nomi and Sea Kumada bring a quirky, heartfelt charm to this unique story.
About
Saya-Zamurai is a 2010 Japanese film directed and written by Hitoshi Matsumoto. This movie was exhibited at the 64th Locarno International Film Festival.
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