The Wanderers (1973)
Original title: 股旅
The Wanderers is a 1973 Japanese-language drama movie directed by Kon Ichikawa, with a running time of 1h 40m. It stars Ichirō Ogura, Isao Bitō and Kenichi Hagiwara.
Follows the fluctuating fortunes of three ronin in feudal Japan who wander from castle to castle, selling their services to whichever lord will fill their rice bowls. Though they use the servants' entrance, they still feel themselves bound by the samurai code of Bushido; and this tension leads to tragedy.
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What is The Wanderers about?
Follows the fluctuating fortunes of three ronin in feudal Japan who wander from castle to castle, selling their services to whichever lord will fill their rice bowls. Though they use the servants' entrance, they still feel themselves bound by the samurai code of Bushido; and this tension leads to tragedy.
When was The Wanderers released?
The Wanderers was released on 7 April 1973.
How long is The Wanderers?
The Wanderers runs 1h 40m.
Who made The Wanderers?
The Wanderers was directed by Kon Ichikawa.