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The 47 Ronin

The 47 Ronin (1941)7.2 /10

13 (AR) · Japan · Japanese · 241 min · Mar 1979 · More  
Directed by:  Kenji Mizoguchi

Storyline:  In 1701, Lord Asano attempts to kill Lord Kira in the Shogun’s palace, leading to Asano’s forced suicide and the confiscation of his lands, while Kira goes unpunished. Asano’s samurai become ronin, led by Kuranosuke Oishi, who seeks to restore their clan. After a year, the Shogun denies their request, and forty-six ronin take revenge to honor their fallen lord.

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