The Samurai of Edo
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This historical film depicts the life of a man who was at the mercy of the waves during transition from the end of the Edo period to the Meiji Restoration, and therefore, shows audience the dynamic change from Edo to Meiji. Before the war, the director, Eisuke Takizawa, together with the writers, formed a scenario writer group "Narutaki-gumi and they shot many historical masterpieces.
Status: Released
Released Date: 1955-10-23
Runtime: 123 mins
Director: Eisuke Takizawa
Spoken language: 日本語
Genres: History, War, Drama
Original title: The Samurai of Edo
Production Companies: Nikkatsu Corporation
Production Countries: Japan
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