10.0Swordsman For Hire · 1989
Swordsman For Hire (1989) is a Drama film directed by Hitoshi Ōzu, starring Ryotaro Sugi, Raita Ryu, Akiko Kana.
Drama
10.0Overview
After witnessing his chief retainer’s plot to murder their lord, Matahachiro fled to lose himself in Edo’s crowded streets. By day he sells his sword skills to the highest bidder. By night he fights for his life against deadly swordsmen his clan sends to silence him. His samurai spirit is at its lowest ebb, his only solace a lovely female ninja, his paramour and potentially his deadly enemy. But as Edo witnesses the unfolding of the legendary vendetta of 47 Ronin, sworn to avenge Lord Asano against the treacherous Kira, Matahachiro’s small role in their noble quest will revive his bushido ideals. Sword in hand, he will seek his own bloody justice!
Cast
Ryotaro Sugi, Raita Ryu, Akiko Kana, Hajime Hana, Hirotaro Honda, Reiko Nakamura, Taro Ishida
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What is "Swordsman For Hire" about?
After witnessing his chief retainer’s plot to murder their lord, Matahachiro fled to lose himself in Edo’s crowded streets. By day he sells his sword skills to the highest bidder. By night he fights for his life against deadly swordsmen his clan sends to silence him. His samurai spirit is at its lowest ebb, his only solace a lovely female ninja, his paramour and potentially his deadly enemy. But as Edo witnesses the unfolding of the legendary vendetta of 47 Ronin, sworn to avenge Lord Asano against the treacherous Kira, Matahachiro’s small role in their noble quest will revive his bushido ideals. Sword in hand, he will seek his own bloody justice!
When was "Swordsman For Hire" released?
Swordsman For Hire was released in 1989.
Who stars in "Swordsman For Hire"?
The cast includes Ryotaro Sugi, Raita Ryu, Akiko Kana, Hajime Hana.
