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| Release Date: |
July 23, 2004 (LA/NY) |
| On DVD: |
November 9, 2004 |
| Genre: |
Comedy, Action, Foreign |
| Running Time: |
115 minutes |
| MPAA Rating: |
Rated R for strong stylized bloody violence. |
| Director: |
Takeshi Kitano |
| Writer: |
Takeshi Kitano |
| Cast: |
Takeshi Kitano, Michiyo Ogusu, Taka Gatarukanaru |
Zatoichi is a 19th Century blind nomad who makes his living as a gambler and masseur. However, behind this humble facade, he is a master swordsman gifted with a lightning-fast draw and breathtaking precision. While wandering, Zatoichi discovers a remote mountain village at the mercy of Ginzo, a ruthless gang-leader. Ginzo disposes of anyone who gets in his way, especially after hiring the mighty samurai ronin Hattori as a bodyguard. After a raucous night of Read more
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