JAPAN · 1944

The Swordsman

Kenji Mizoguchi
Japanese Golden Age
Trailer
Synopsis

After being blinded in a coup against the king, Joseon's greatest swordsman goes into hiding, far removed from his city's anguish. But when traffickers kidnap his daughter, he has no choice but to unsheathe his sword once more.

Year1944
CountryJapan
DirectorKenji Mizoguchi
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