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Swordsman For Hire (1989)
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After witnessing his chief retainer’s plot to murder their lord, Matahachiro fled to lose himself in Edo’s crowded streets. By day he sells his sword skills to the highest bidder. By night he fights for his life against deadly swordsmen his clan sends to silence him. His samurai spirit is at its lowest ebb, his only solace a lovely female ninja, his paramour and potentially his deadly enemy. But as Edo witnesses the unfolding of the legendary vendetta of 47 Ronin, sworn to avenge Lord Asano against the treacherous Kira, Matahachiro’s small role in their noble quest will revive his bushido ideals. Sword in hand, he will seek his own bloody justice!
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Dialogue drives the rhythmChemistry matters more than escalationEasy to settle into
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Viewer insight Swordsman For Hire is a 1989 film in the Drama category from Japan. Directed by Hitoshi Ōzu. Starring Ryotaro Sugi and Raita Ryu. Runtime: about 88 minutes. Original language: Japanese. An official trailer is available on this page. TMDB rating: 10.0/10.
Genre: Drama, Released in 1989, Original language: Japanese, Production: Japan, Runtime: about 88 minutes, Starring Ryotaro Sugi and Raita Ryu.
Runtime
88 min
Original language
Japanese
Country of origin
Japan
Type
Movie
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Cast & crew
Ryotaro Sugi
Aoe Matahachiro
Raita Ryu
Akiko Kana
Hajime Hana
Hirotaro Honda
Reiko Nakamura
Taro Ishida
Director: Hitoshi Ōzu
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1What is movie Swordsman For Hire (1989)?
It is a movie released in 1989 within the Drama category.
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4What is the rating of Swordsman For Hire?
It currently holds a TMDB rating of 10.0/10 based on 1 ratings.
5What is the runtime of Swordsman For Hire?
Its runtime is about 88 minutes.
6What kind of viewers is Swordsman For Hire best suited for?
A grounded dramatic watch where the emotional payoff grows scene by scene and feels strongest once it settles in.
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