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Shadow Hunters

1983 · 91 min Drama History Action
8.0 / 10 · TMDB

The government in Edo era is suffering from a financial crisis. It hires "Kage" to provoke the collapse of small hans (prefectures). "Kagekari" are people who were hired by Daimyos (mayors of local governments) to resist kage. The young mayor of Suwa Takashiwa, Tadamaru was assaulted by a kage on his way to Edo. Zyubei and Gennnosuke, the Kagekaris, try to carry injured Tadamaru to Edo.

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📋 Film Details

Original Title 影狩り
Year 1983
Country Japan
Genre Drama, History, Action
Director Akira Inoue
Runtime 91 min.
Rating TMDB: 8.0/10 (2 votes)

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Shadow Hunters is a very strong film rated 8.0/10. Great direction and performances make this one well worth adding to your watchlist.

A high rating speaks for itself — this film found its audience and didn't let them down. Trust the collective taste.

A classic from 1983. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: any evening when you want quality cinema with no compromises.

— MovieFinder Editorial

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