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A Samurai’s Lie: Beloved Wife

1981 · 91 min Drama

Isozoemon (Go Kato) was a ronin (masterless samurai) and broke, who lived in a Choya (cheap apartment) in Okazakijoka town with his sick wife, Sugie (Ai Kanzaki). He was also a good swordsman who had taught swordsmanship in Akita a long time ago. He takes such good care of his wife that he is called a wife-loving man. He got involved in a conflict for succession because he pretended to become an officer to please her wife.

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Original Title 愛妻武士道
Year 1981
Country Japan
Genre Drama
Director Masahiro Takase
Runtime 91 min.

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A Samurai’s Lie: Beloved Wife is an acquired taste at 0.0/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.

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A classic from 1981. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.

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