Samurai Town Story Part II (1929)

Name: Samurai Town Story Part II
Director: Masahiro Makino
Genre: Action, History
Released: 1929-01-15
Duration: 72 min
Cast: Shinobu Araki, Kimie Kawakami, Shimpachi Kiyoura, Kōmei Minami, Hiroshi Tsumura

January 15, 19291h 12mJA

Action History

Overview

A representative film directed by Masahiro Makino, son of Shozo Makino ("the father of Japanese film"). This film lent status to ensemble casts that did not rely on famous stars. The unique setting of the samurai town, exquisite camera work and fast-paced sword fighting scenes all have an original appeal that audiences can related to even today.

Director

Masahiro Makino

Writer

Itarō Yamagami