The Fencing Master
Originally released in 1962. The Fencing Master is a drama/history film. directed by Shunkai Mizuho. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Ganjirō Nakamura II, Raizō Ichikawa, and Kinuyo Tanaka
Synopsis
The Fencing Master tells the story of a man trying to survive as the only world he knows is becoming increasingly irrelevant. Danpei Ichikawa lives for swordfighting – he was once a renowned kabuki swordfight choreographer, and as the Chairman of the New National Theatre Company, he wants nothing more than to choreograph the swordfights for the modern plays put on by the company.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 30, 1962
63 years ago
Runtime
1h 26m
86 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (3 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Daiei Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Fencing Master about?
The Fencing Master tells the story of a man trying to survive as the only world he knows is becoming increasingly irrelevant. Danpei Ichikawa lives for swordfighting – he was once a renowned kabu...
Who directed The Fencing Master?
The Fencing Master was directed by Shunkai Mizuho.
How long is The Fencing Master?
The Fencing Master has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).
When was The Fencing Master released?
The Fencing Master was released on September 30, 1962 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Fencing Master?
The main cast of The Fencing Master includes Ganjirō Nakamura II, Raizō Ichikawa, Kinuyo Tanaka, Miwa Takada, Kyū Sazanka.