Kagebōshi
Originally released in 1950. Kagebōshi is a feature film. directed by Tatsuo Ōsone. At just 75 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Tsumasaburō Bandō, Isuzu Yamada, and Takako Irie
Synopsis
On the night the shogunate's treasury was breached, the guard Utsugi had already been taken down. His colleague Ryunosuke felt responsible and decided to catch the culprit, not only for the sake of the beautiful wife of Utsugi, Chika, but also for his own honor. Chika's younger brother Shinjiro and the powerful Uechi family living near Ryunosuke's abode, join hands to support Ryunosuke. Counterfeit coins begin to surface—a scheme by the corrupt faction led by Yanagisawa. The henchman behind this is Koyamada Tesshin, who gathers ronin to amplify Yanagisawa's power. Among those ronin is Tendo Sakon—a man who drinks silently and plays the flute when in a mood.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Shochiku
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kagebōshi about?
On the night the shogunate's treasury was breached, the guard Utsugi had already been taken down. His colleague Ryunosuke felt responsible and decided to catch the culprit, not only for the sake of...
Who directed Kagebōshi?
Kagebōshi was directed by Tatsuo Ōsone.
How long is Kagebōshi?
Kagebōshi has a runtime of 1 hours and 15 minutes (75 minutes total).
When was Kagebōshi released?
Kagebōshi was released on January 3, 1950 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Kagebōshi?
The main cast of Kagebōshi includes Tsumasaburō Bandō, Isuzu Yamada, Takako Irie, Koji Tsuruta, Kikue Mōri.