A samurai named Kanjuro is decided to give up his sword after a certain incident. He wanders aimlessly with his daughter, but because he abandoned his position as a samurai without permission, a price is put on his head and they're eventually captured. However, a notoriously eccentric feudal lord offers Kanjuro a unique opportunity to earn a full acquittal. Edit Translation
- English
- Español
- magyar / magyar nyelv
- dansk
- Native Title: さや侍
- Also Known As: Scabbard Samurai
- Screenwriter & Director: Matsumoto Hitoshi
- Genres: Historical, Drama
Cast & Credits
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![Kumada Sea in Saya Zamurai Japanese Movie (2011)]( "Kumada Sea in Saya Zamurai Japanese Movie (2011)")
Kumada SeaTaeMain Role -
![Ibu Masato in Saya Zamurai Japanese Movie (2011)]( "Ibu Masato in Saya Zamurai Japanese Movie (2011)")
Ibu Masato[Retainer]Support Role -
![Ryo in Saya Zamurai Japanese Movie (2011)]( "Ryo in Saya Zamurai Japanese Movie (2011)")
RyoOryu / ShamisenSupport Role -
![Kunimura Jun in Saya Zamurai Japanese Movie (2011)]( "Kunimura Jun in Saya Zamurai Japanese Movie (2011)")
Kunimura Jun[Feudal lord]Support Role -
![Emoto Tokio in Saya Zamurai Japanese Movie (2011)]( "Emoto Tokio in Saya Zamurai Japanese Movie (2011)")
Emoto TokioHeikichiSupport Role -
![Itao Itsuji in Saya Zamurai Japanese Movie (2011)]( "Itao Itsuji in Saya Zamurai Japanese Movie (2011)")
Itao ItsujiKuranosukeSupport Role
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Reviews
Matsumoto's influence is quite visible as the film progresses, with the many comedic skits that Kanjuro, the male lead character, must perform in order to live.
STORY:
The start of the movie is a bit slow. Kanjuro is a worn out samurai on the run with his headstrong daughter, Tae, close on his heels. There are some Kill Bill-esque scenes that were a bit unbelievable to me but once the movie gets into the 30 Day Challenge I started becoming more invested in the movie.
Ultimately, the movie is a sentimental and amusing underdog story with a bittersweet triumph at the end. Also, the movie touches on the honor code (Bushido) that the samurai class in Japan followed, which is portrayed in an interesting manner.
ACTING:
Strong acting across the board. Kanjuro is portrayed by a comedian in his first movie debut and he does an amazing job. Tons of physical humor, very typical of Japanese comedy skits. Personally, I really enjoyed Kumada Sea's scene-stealing portrayal of Tae, Kanjuro's young daughter. Her spunk and capability was really lovely to watch.
MUSIC:
I really enjoyed the music in the movie, especially the touching ending song that sends a message of love, epiphany and sacrifice. I've re-watched this scene several times.
Overall, a heartwarming film that evokes laughter and tears.
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