KEN SAN pieces together the puzzle of the life and legacy of Japan's mythical acting icon, Ken Takakura. Collaborators, friends and family tell intimate stories of Ken's journey: how one man of quiet dignity became a cultural barrier-breaking film star.
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🔍 Search on JustWatch →Ken San has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.0/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.
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Released in 2016, this film holds up just as well today. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.
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Ken Takakura
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Yasuo Furuhata
Martin Scorsese
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John Woo
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Yoji Yamada
Yu Oh-seong
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Michael Douglas
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Paul Schrader
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Jan de Bont
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Kiichi Nakai
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