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The Challenge (1982)
Director: John Frankenheimer
Cast: Scott Glenn, ToshirÅ Mifune, Donna Kei Benz, Atsuo Nakamura
Runtime109 min
RatingR
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Rick, a down-and-out American boxer, is hired to transport a sword to Japan, unaware that the whole thing is a set up in a bitter blood-feud between two brothers, one who follows the traditional path of the samurai and the other a businessman. At the behest of the businessman, Rick undertakes samurai training from the other brother, but joins his cause. He also becomes romantically involved with the samurai's daughter.
Critical Reception & Ratings
The Challenge (1982), directed by John Frankenheimer, is an action drama that received mixed reviews from critics. While it did not earn any major awards, the film has an IMDb rating of 6.3/10 and a 67% critics score on Rotten Tomatoes, indicating moderately positive audience and critical reception.
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Fans of classic action movies and samurai films will particularly enjoy the distinctive blend of genres in The Challenge (1982), directed by John Frankenheimer. The film features standout performances from stars like Scott Glenn and legendary actor ToshirÅ Mifune, and immerses viewers in the clash between modern business and traditional Japanese culture.
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The Challenge is a 1982 American action film directed by John Frankenheimer from a screenplay by John Sayles and Richard Maxwell, and starring Scott Glenn and ToshirÅ Mifune. The plot follows a down-on-his-luck boxer (Glenn) who is hired to transport a valuable katana to Japan, where he becomes embroiled in a blood feud between two martial artist brothers. It was released by Embassy Pictures on July 23, 1982, and received mixed reviews.
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