(秘剣)

Content: This Japanese action-adventure is set in the 17th century when all forms of swordplay were banned. One fighter, an excellent swordsman believes the law is unfair. His brother keeps his opinions about the law to himself. The swordsman vents his frustration by cutting off the thumbs of an enemy. The fighter is then banished. To live, he becomes a thief. To restore the family's lost honor, the other brother is forced to challenge the fighter to a duel.

Countries:

Japan

Genres:

Drama

Runtime:

108 minutes

Year:

1963

Directors:

Hiroshi Inagaki

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Production companies:

TOHO

Actors:

Hayakawa Tenzen

Hosoo Chojuro

Miwa

Shizu

Sei

Crews:

Original Story

Costume Design

Executive Producer

Screenplay

Screenplay