The Sword
Originally released in 1945. The Sword is a drama film. directed by Kenji Mizoguchi. At just 65 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Shōtarō Hanayagi, Kan Ishii, and Eijirō Yanagi
Synopsis
In 19th century Japan, a young swordsmith is determined to make the best sword possible after an inferior one he made indirectly led to the death of his guardian.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 8, 1945
80 years ago
Runtime
1h 5m
65 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (10 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Shochiku
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Sword about?
In 19th century Japan, a young swordsmith is determined to make the best sword possible after an inferior one he made indirectly led to the death of his guardian.
Who directed The Sword?
The Sword was directed by Kenji Mizoguchi.
How long is The Sword?
The Sword has a runtime of 1 hours and 5 minutes (65 minutes total).
When was The Sword released?
The Sword was released on February 8, 1945 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Sword?
The main cast of The Sword includes Shōtarō Hanayagi, Kan Ishii, Eijirō Yanagi, Ichijirō Oya, Isuzu Yamada.