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Zatoichi: Blind Swordsman 1 - The Tale Of Zatoichi (1962)
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This is the movie that introduced the legend of Zatoichi and its star Shintaro Katsu, ushering in a new era of the Japanese samurai film.Practicing his trade as a masseur in a small province, Zatoichi finds himself caught in a turf war between rival yakuza gangs.Aware of Zatoichi's reputation as an undefeatable swordsman, yakuza leader Sukejoro tries to hire him - unsuccessfully - as a mercenary.But it's too late.The other gang leader, Shigezo, hires a warrior with an equally fierce reputation to challenge Zatoichi.Thus the legend of Zatoichi begins with intensely choreographed battle scenes and an expertly crafted story.
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