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Release Date: Jul 23, 2004
Running Time: 115 mins.
Country Of Origin: Japan
synopsis
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 gambling in town, Zatoichi encoutners a pair of geishas--as dangerous as they are beautiful--who've come to avenge their parents' murder. As the paths of these and other colorful characters intertwine, Ginzo's henchmen are soon after Zatoichi. With his legendary cane sword at his side, the stage is set for a riveting showdown.
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Hattori the Ronin
Aunt O-Ume
O-Shino--Gennosuke Hattori's Wife
Shinkichi
O-Kinu, the Geisha
Osei, The Geisha
Zatoichi
Ginzo
Ogi
Tavern Owner
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PETER TRAVERS -
June 2, 2004
Maybe you know nothing about Takeshi Kitano. If so, you're missing out big-time. A legend in Japan as director, screenwriter and editor of brutal, brilliant crime films, notably Hana-Bi and Sonatine, he is also an actor who works under the name of Beat Takeshi, derived from his days as half of the comedy act the Two Beats. Kitano is known for throwing curves, and he throws a doozy in The Blind Swordsman: Zatoichi, a film that Miramax is determined to make his breakthrough hit in America. No
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