Zatoichi's Cane Sword
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1/3/1967Runtime
93 minsOverview
Zatoichi comes upon the town of Tonda, overrun by gangsters. Using one of his favorite techniques, Zatoichi proceeds to win 8 ryo in a rigged gambling game. Of course, the local gangsters attempt to kill him, and the adventure begins. It turns out a blacksmith named Senzo examines Zatoichi's cane sword, and discovers it to be forged by his old mentor. Senzo discovers the sword is at the end of its usefulness and will break when it is used next.
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A clever blind swordsman navigates a corrupt town and a moral reckoning as his trusty weapon faces its final days. The film balances wit and melancholy as Zatoichi confronts both external threats and the weight of inevitable endings.
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