Samurai Town Story Part II (1929)
A representative film directed by Masahiro Makino, son of Shozo Makino ("the father of Japanese film"). This film lent status to ensemble casts that did not rely on famous stars. The unique setting of the samurai town, exquisite camera work and fast-paced sword fighting scenes all have an original appeal that audiences can related to even today.
Director: Masahiro Makino
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Shinobu Araki as |
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Kimie Kawakami as Otoki |
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Shimpachi Kiyoura as |
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Kōmei Minami as |
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Hiroshi Tsumura as |
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Tōichirō Negishi as |
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Kimie Kawakami as |
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Tôroku Makino as |
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Tsukie Matsuura as |
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Yoshio Okamura as |
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Umeko Ôbayashi as |
| Directing | Masahiro Makino | Director |
| Writing | Itarō Yamagami | Writer |
| Camera | Shigeto Miki | Director of Photography |
| Directing | Eisuke Takizawa | Assistant Director |
| Directing | Shinzo Yoshida | Assistant Director |
| Production | Shōzō Makino | Executive Producer |