The Elegant Swordsman
Originally released in 1934. The Elegant Swordsman is a history film. directed by Sadao Yamanaka. At just 75 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Chiezo Kataoka, Isuzu Yamada, and Kunio Tamura
Synopsis
This film tells the story of a ronin's search for his parents, but primarily is a group portrait of life in a Tokugawa-era tenement. Considered a lost film.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 1, 1934
91 years ago
Runtime
1h 15m
75 minutes total
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Kataoka Chiezo Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Elegant Swordsman about?
This film tells the story of a ronin's search for his parents, but primarily is a group portrait of life in a Tokugawa-era tenement. Considered a lost film.
Who directed The Elegant Swordsman?
The Elegant Swordsman was directed by Sadao Yamanaka.
How long is The Elegant Swordsman?
The Elegant Swordsman has a runtime of 1 hours and 15 minutes (75 minutes total).
When was The Elegant Swordsman released?
The Elegant Swordsman was released on March 1, 1934 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Elegant Swordsman?
The main cast of The Elegant Swordsman includes Chiezo Kataoka, Isuzu Yamada, Kunio Tamura, Tomoemon Bando, Seinosuke Hayashi.