Samurai from Nowhere (1964)
Original title: 道場破り
Samurai from Nowhere is a 1964 Japanese-language action movie directed by Seiichiro Uchikawa, with a running time of 1h 33m. It stars Isamu Nagato, Shima Iwashita and Tetsuro Tamba.
Misawa Ihei (Nagato) is traveling with his wife Tae (Iwashita Shima) who abhors the practice of sword fighting for prize money. Tae is the daughter of the clan's chief counselor who married the low-ranking Ihei to avoid becoming the clan lord's mistress. Into the mix comes Oba Gunjuro (Tetsurō Tamba), a mysterious ronin who will do anything for money. This leads to a fitting climax as the forces of hate and love converge while the couple attempt to break through the border!
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What is Samurai from Nowhere about?
Misawa Ihei (Nagato) is traveling with his wife Tae (Iwashita Shima) who abhors the practice of sword fighting for prize money. Tae is the daughter of the clan's chief counselor who married the low-ranking Ihei to avoid becoming the clan lord's mistress. Into the mix comes Oba Gunjuro (Tetsurō Tamba), a mysterious ronin who will do anything for money. This leads to a fitting climax as the forces of hate and love converge while the couple attempt to break through the border!
When was Samurai from Nowhere released?
Samurai from Nowhere was released on 15 January 1964.
How long is Samurai from Nowhere?
Samurai from Nowhere runs 1h 33m.
Who made Samurai from Nowhere?
Samurai from Nowhere was directed by Seiichiro Uchikawa.