When an evil emperor executes their leader, his band of knights – bound by duty and honour – embarks on a journey of vengeance that will not come to an end until they've destroyed their mortal foe.
Production
Gorgeous castle sets that cost too much for this script.
Practical Effects
Actual sword fights, blessedly pre-CGI disaster.
Costume
Armor so shiny you'll need sunglasses.
Director
Kazuaki Kiriya
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
This is a loose remake of '47 Ronin'—yes, the Keanu one came out two years prior and did it 'better.'
Director Kazuaki Kiriya shot this like a Japanese chambara film, which explains the pacing that confused Western audiences.
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