Ken
Originally released in 1964. Ken is a drama film. directed by Kenji Misumi.
Starring Raizō Ichikawa, Yukiko Fuji, and Yūsuke Kawazu
Synopsis
Kokubu, captain of his university's kendo team, is a mystery to those who know him: An ascetic dedicated to a point of obsession with the simplicity and beauty of the sword arts. Kagawa, a promising but arrogant kendo student, is attracted to Kokubu's devout leadership but kept at a distance by his standoffish nature. With the national championships fast approaching, the pair clash as Kokubu drives his students with increasingly rigorous training and Kagawa tests Kokubu's grip on the class.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 14, 1964
61 years ago
Runtime
1h 35m
95 minutes total
User Rating
7.8/10
Great (12 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Daiei Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ken about?
Kokubu, captain of his university's kendo team, is a mystery to those who know him: An ascetic dedicated to a point of obsession with the simplicity and beauty of the sword arts. Kagawa, a promisin...
Who directed Ken?
Ken was directed by Kenji Misumi.
How long is Ken?
Ken has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).
When was Ken released?
Ken was released on March 14, 1964 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Ken?
The main cast of Ken includes Raizō Ichikawa, Yukiko Fuji, Yūsuke Kawazu, Akio Hasegawa, Akitake Kōno.