Zatoichi's cane sword film completion

On the road with zatoichi the current the criterion. Toho was also the studio of the films of akira kurosawa. If you like zatoichis canesword you are looking for exciting, rough and serious movies about with samurai, martial arts, village, adventure, gangsters, crimes and friendship themes of action, adventure and drama genre shot in japan. He made 24 installments between 1962 and 1973, and made the last one 16 years later in 1989. Cane swords, or shikomizue, were generally straight, lowerquality blades, which could not compare with regular katanas however as revealed in zatoichis cane sword, his weapon is nearly superior to a katana and was created by a master sword smith just before his prime. My expectations were probably a little too high after zatoichis pilgrimage. Mar 19, 2004 set in the 19th century, the film has kitano himself as the blind masseur and itinerant wiseguywarrior zatoichi, a legendary character familiar in japan from tv specials and movies starring.

Zatoichis cane sword is perhaps the seminal ichi film arguably the very best in the series. They continue to deviate from the formula somewhat, and this time they introduce some supernatural elements that work in some ways and not in others. In each film, there must be at least one jawdropping exhibition of the heros skills. Zatoichi and the onearmed swordsman, shin zatoichi. Zatoichi s cane sword is unusually talky for a zatoichi film and the majority of it is just a long slow burn. While they started out by showing several zatoichi the blind swordsman films, they have finally added a film that has a criterion spine number. He recognizes zatoichis can sword as having been made by his mentor who was a master swords smith. Yet another entry in the remarkably successful zatoichi film series starring shintaro katsu as a blind swordsman, zatoichis cane sword arrives on dvd with a widescreen transfer that preserves the original theatrical aspect ratio of 2. A hong kong japanese co production this film brings together shintaro katsu s zatoichi with a variation of jimmy wang yu s one armed swordsman. With his legendary cane sword at his side, the stage is set for a riveting showdown. Aug 16, 2017 the adventures of zatoichi the blind swordsman.

Zatoichi comes upon the town of tonda, overrun by gangsters. The one armed swordsman was a character that wang yu would play in one form or another for much of his career. As this iconic figure, the charismatic and earthy shintaro katsu became an instant superstar, lending a largerthanlife presence to the thrilling adventures of a man who. Here is the first time zatoichi cuts a candle, holding its still flaming wick on the edge of his sword and. Tojinken, also known as zatoichi meets the onearmed swordsman, is a 1971 japanesehong kong chambarawuxia crossover by japanese film director kimiyoshi yasuda and chinese film director hsu tseng hung. In hollywood, the blind are represented in film either as pitiful victims, such as in. Shop here for all our zatoichi stick swords, many functional and made with high. If you like old school martial arts movies, you should love this and other zatoichi movies. The film includes everything we love about ichi, including plenty of the characters trademark humor, fine acting, some of the best characters in the series and a number of truly scary moments.

Zatoichis cane sword, zatoichi tekkatabi aka zatoichis gambling travels is a 1967 film based on kan shimozawas novels, directed by kimiyoshi yasuda and starring shintaro katsu as zatoichi the blind swordsman. Ichi meets a master swordsmith named senzo played superbly by the great character actor eijiro tono who examines ichis cane sword and identifies it as the work of his late mentor. Using one of his favorite techniques, zatoichi proceeds to win 8 ryo in a rigged gambling game. Zatoichi spends much of the film without his sword, which can at times be frustrating but it. Zatoichis cane sword has one of the most memorable storylines in the series, and ichis best attempt to lay down his sword and lead an honest life. He has an eyeopening encounter with the towns blacksmith, who reveals himself to be the apprentice of the man who forged zatoichis legendary cane sword, and informs zatoichi that its a hairline.

Zatoichis cane sword by kimiyoshi yasuda kimiyoshi. It really takes a while for things to get going, and the plot isnt really the most interesting one too. As always, shintaro katsu brings out the heart in the character, and even though the. Zatoichis cane sword 1967 blind japanese swordsman action original 1995 vhs. Sep 11, 2014 zatoichis flashing sword 1964, film 7 dir. The 10th film in the series was, in my opinion, easily the worst.

On a related note, artsmagic released a film called zatoichi s pilgrimage on vhs and dvd in the u. Green beret s ultralight bug out bag with gear recommendations duration. My great hope for this completed column is that our cinapse teams journey of discovery will be. Kazuo ikehiro covered in our volume 3 im an action movie junkie at heart, so my favorite installment naturally features some of the series most foundationally badass moments. In zatoichis cane sword, the fifteenth film in the series and definitely one of my favorites, we get to learn a little bit of the fascinating lineage of zatoichis iconic weapon. Jul 26, 2014 this is the first time in the series that he has used his cane sword as an offense rather than defense.

If you like zatoichi meets the onearmed swordsman you are looking for serious and cult film movies about with martial arts, samurai, yakuza, katana, adventure, gangsters and crimes themes of action, adventure and drama genre shot in japan or hong kong. The sword has a new blade by the next film, which he wields until the fifteenth film zatoichi s cane sword. We offer weapons based on the sword used by this iconic hero. Between 1962 and 1974 there were 25 zatoichi films made. We get something of a backstory to his sword, instilling it with as much of a mythical presence as zatoichi himself.

Zatoichi s cane sword times favorite theater button. Of course, the local gangsters attempt to kill him, and the adventure begins. He tells zatoichi that the sword has reached the end of its life span. Zatoichis cane sword is unusually talky for a zatoichi film and the majority of it is just a long slow burn. Not every zatoichi film qualifies as great cinema, but even when the series falters a bit, every single one of these films is still well worth your time. Zatoichi, while fighting off the usual group of gangsters, meets the apprentice of the swordsman who created his blade, who relays bad news about the. Zatoichi s cane sword has everything weve come to expect and love in the zatoichi. Some aspects of the story were unclear to me, and there was some filler material. To understand how zatoichis blindness fits into the. As a result, were presented with a clean source print that has only minor defects, as well as a sharp, clean overall image to experience. He has an eyeopening encounter with the towns blacksmith, who reveals himself to be the apprentice of the man who forged zatoichis legendary cane sword, and informs zatoichi that its a hairline crack away from snapping. It turns out a blacksmith named senzo examines zatoichis cane sword, and discovers it to be forged by his old mentor.

Zatoichi has the rhythm and energy of an action movie and kitano does not. Blind swordsman 15 zatoichis cane sword with 25 film sequels and upwards of 100 tv episodes, shintaro katsu is the legendary zatoichi. Enter your location to see which movie theaters are playing zatoichis cane sword near you. Zatoichis cane sword 1967 zatoichis cane sword 1967. Mar 24, 2015 zatoichis cane sword, kimoyoshi yasuda, 1967. Kaosu mataha fuj ri no kijin 2004 completed as b to takeshi. Zatoichis cane sword dvd, 2004 for sale online ebay. Add to that a successful television series, and, obviously, with that many hours of entertainment devoted to one character, what was created was nothing less than a. Shintaro katsu appears on screen as zatoichi for the last time. The tale of zatoichi released in 1962 would begin a 20 plus film franchise starring shintaro katus as the blind masseuse, gambler, and master swordsman.

With takeshi kitano, tadanobu asano, yui natsukawa, michiyo yasuda. The blind swordsman you are looking for exciting, tense and atmospheric movies about with samurai, martial arts, adventure, gangsters, crimes, village and gang themes of action and drama genre shot in japan. Zatoichi handmade nodachi cane sword blind samurai. Ichi gets a ride from some traveling performers en route to a modest town they frequent every year. Troubled by his violent past, zatoichi begins a journey to a series of shrines for a dose of cleansing spirituality. Yet, despite all of kitano s stylistic flourishes, zatoichi is a film that remains firmly entrenched in the. The man in a blacksmith and used to be a sword smith. Nov 25, 20 in each film, there must be at least one jawdropping exhibition of the heros skills.

Zatoichis canesword 1967 zatoichi the outlaw 1967 zatoichi challenged 1967 zatoichi and the fugitives 1968 samaritan zatoichi 1968 zatoichi metts yojimbo 1970 zatoichi goes to the fire festival 1970 zatoichi meets the onearmed swordsman 1970 zatoich at large 1972 zatoichi in desperation 1972 zatoichis conspiracy 1973. The cane sword even provides a larger symbol for his recurring mental state as well as the moral imperative that is at the heart of many zatoichi films. But as always, trouble isnt far behind, and the blind swordsman soon finds himself defending a widow from the selfinterest of ruthless thugs and despicable townsfolk. Zatoichis cane sword is a good chambara flick, with all the elements that make the series good film after film. However, the town has been taken over by boss iwagoro s gang, who have bribed the local inspector and killed off the towns former, kinder boss. Zatoichi s cane sword has one of the most memorable storylines in the series, and ichi s best attempt to lay down his sword and lead an honest life. Zatoichis cane sword, zatoichi tekkatabi is a 1967 japanese chambara film directed by kimiyoshi yasuda and starring shintaro katsu as the blind masseur zatoichi. Criterion collection hulu channel adds knife in the water. It tells the origin story of zatoichis straight blade katana. Artsmagic would do well to fix their mistake, and correctly label the film. Wearying of his wandering lifestyle, zatoichi yearns to settle down. At the end of the film, zatoichi orders that his canesword be buried, with the samurai. The colossally popular zatoichi films make up the longestrunning action series in japanese history and created one of the screens great heroes. However, the town has been taken over by boss iwagoros gang, who have bribed the local inspector and killed off the towns former, kinder boss.

Zatoichi 15zatoichis cane sword 1967a thoroughly unique entry in that zatoichi. Sword canes became popular during the 18th and 19th centuries. The final 1989 film, zatoichi the blind swordsman is missing, possibly due to rights issues, as is the television series. Zatoichis cane sword is a 1967 japanese chambara film directed by kimiyoshi yasuda and starring shintaro katsu as the blind masseur zatoichi. His iconic weapon was a traditionally forged japanese sword disguised as a shikomizue and used as a walking stick until the warrior called upon the blade. Zatoichi spends much of the film without his sword, which can at times be frustrating but it does add significant tension to certain moments. At the movies with zatoichi, the blind swordsman cool ass cinema. The blind swordsman movie videos for the full length movie and video clips on mefeedia. A final, sort of anniversary, revisionist zatoichi film was made in 1989. Zatoichis back and this time hes bringing along some of the most memorable moments from the series so far. Shintaro katsu and the return of zatoichi the american society of. The 15th film in the zatoichi saga is also one of the best and most entertaining of the films and pure ichi fun.

Zatoichi was a legendary blind samurai popularized by the blind swordsman films by akira kurosawa. Ichi meets a master swordsmith named senzo played superbly by the great character actor eijiro tono who examines ichi s cane sword and identifies it as the work of his late mentor. The blade which breaks during the film and the blade that replaces it were specially forged at great expense and with far more than the usual care by master bladesmiths and were both of exceptional quality, superior to the swords of. Zatichi learns the origin of his famous cane sword, and discovers it may soon fail in battle. It was originally released by the daiei motion picture company later acquired by kadokawa pictures.

While ichi always tangles with the bad guys, they are usually typical faceless hordes of justgoingabouttheirjob gangsters or stone faced, expert swordsmen willing to test their skills for the satisfaction or the money. Zatoichis cane sword has everything weve come to expect and love in the zatoichi. Blind swordsmans canesword is the fifteenth film in the series. One part of the zatoichi myth that i find perplexing is the gambling. This was a cane, umbrella or stick with an edged blade inside. This is a list of all the zatoichi movies starring shintaro katsu.

Blind swordsman s cane sword is the fifteenth film in the series. Zatoichis cane sword 1967 the criterion collection. He has an eyeopening encounter with the towns blacksmith, who reveals himself to be the apprentice of the man who forged zatoichis legendary cane. Criterion delivers the first 25films of the zatoichi series together for the first time ever on home video in north america on dvd and bluray in this massive 27disc box set. With shintaro katsu, shigeru amachi, jun hamamura, mayumi ogawa. Here we have an original 1995 chambara entertainment vhs release of the 1967 tale of the blind masseur and master swordsman in zatoichis cane sword, with shintaro katsu as zatoichi. Zatoichis cane sword adds a few unique layers to the zatoichi lore. He takes on the role of zatoichi, a blind masseur with a penchant for gambling and a skill with his cane sword that is truly unrivaled. Hes a lowranking blind masseur who lives by the yakuza code and answers his foes with a deadly cane sword. Zatoichis cane sword blind japanese swordsman action. The movie sword, the blind swordsman walking stick sword. Well refund your credit card or we can credit your fandango account to use for another movie.

The blind masseurswordsman comes to a town in control of warring gangs, and while bunking with a farming family, he meets two women with their own agenda. Nov 24, 20 theres a moment near the beginning of each film when zatoichi demonstrates his sword prowess, courtesy of filmic sleight of hand. Kimiyoshi yasuda 1967 wearying of his wandering lifestyle, zatoichi yearns to settle down. Promising to make a delivery for a dying man, the blind swordsman zatoichi comes across the usual crime gangs but also meets a blind monk who brings into question his use of violence. My film probably doesnt even have much to do with the old zatoichi series, reveals kitano, ive hardly seen any of his films. Seeing ichi brought to a state of helplessness with out his sword is an interesting twist, as is seeing him afraid for perhaps the first time. The blind swordsman box set gets our highest recommendation and damn well deserves it. Senzo further discovers a tiny crack in the blade and warns ichi. Aside from some good landscape shots, a more confident use of color, the direction was. Miyagawa was still working, having recently completed macarthurs. Zatoichis cane sword 1967 directed by kimiyoshi yasuda.

This is another great visual treatment from home vision, who have shown immense care with these releases and fans should be delighted. Directed by kimiyoshi yasuda, the helmer of zatoichi s cane sword and daimajin, this entry has a pretty hard and sinister edge. Zatoichis cane sword 1967 zatoichi tekka tabi original title not rated 1h 33min action, adventure, drama 3 january 1967 japan zatoichi, while fighting off the usual group of gangsters, meets the apprentice of the swordsman who created his blade, who relays bad news about the sword. Zatoichi s cane sword adds a few unique layers to the zatoichi lore. This would only enhance the payback that comes during the conclusion. The scene is from the 1967 flim zatoichis cane sword. Best movies like zatoichi meets the onearmed swordsman. Zatoichis, zatoichi stick swords, and zatoichi walking. Jan 10, 2014 with director kenji misumi at the helm, the picture stars sintaro katsu in what has become one of the most iconic character portrayals in all of film. The news prompts zatoichi to hang up his sword, yet leaving the fighting life and.