By the Sword
An elderly man named Max comes to the famous fencing coach Villar and asks to take him on as a coach. But the coach does not like his weapon technique, and he only takes Max as a cleaner.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1991 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Drama |
| Director | Jeremy Kagan |
| Runtime | 91 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 5.9/10 (30 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film constructs its narrative on the contrast between outward humility and inner fortitude, relying on fencing as a metaphor for the art of living. It explores themes of dignity, patience, and unconventional mentorship, where the truest lessons are often taught without a single parry.
What lingers after the final frame is a quiet reflection on mastery and respect, a duel of wills resolved not with steel, but with earned mutual recognition. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Jeremy Kagan
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With a strong espresso in the evening, attentively, absorbing every nuanced gesture and silence.
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