The Orphan Brother
Watch TrailerAfter their father quarrels with local military men, Anju and Zushio are forced to flee, but they are captured and sold into slavery. When their mother dies, they are sold to Sansho the Bailiff, a cruel man who subjects them to hideous torments. While Anju falls into a lake and is transformed into a swan, Zushio escapes and after being adopted to a nobleman grows to a young man. He will then fight to defeat the evil Dayu and free all the slaves.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | 安寿と厨子王丸 |
| Year | 1961 |
| Country | Japan |
| Genre | History, Animation, Family, Fantasy, Adventure |
| Director | Taiji Yabushita |
| Runtime | 83 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.2/10 (11 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film constructs its narrative by relying on the stark contrast between the horror of slavery and the purity of the child's spirit, using the visual language of animation to explore themes of sacrifice, justice, and resilience. It builds a mythic tale grounded in profound human emotion.
What lingers after the viewing is a sense of cathartic sorrow and admiration for the characters' enduring will. The film's power lies in its unwavering commitment to its emotional truth. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Taiji Yabushita
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Watch attentively in the evening, prepared for a profound and moving family legend.
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