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Movie poster: King of Swashbuckler: Life of Tsumasaburō Bandō (1988)
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King of Swashbuckler: Life of Tsumasaburō Bandō

1988 · 91 min Documentary

A biographical documentary produced as part of the 20th anniversary project of the silent film appreciation society led by Shunsui Matsuda, who was known as a silent film narrator, film collector and exhibitor. The film features interviews with directors and related parties involved in the production while inserting scenes from period dramas starring Tsumasanburo Bando throughout from Matsuda’s extensive collection. Completed in 1980 but not released to the general public until 1993 on the 40th anniversary of Bando’s death and Matsuda’s seventh anniversary.

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Original Title 阪妻―阪東妻三郎の生涯
Year 1988
Genre Documentary
Director Shunsui Matsuda
Runtime 91 min.

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King of Swashbuckler: Life of Tsumasaburō Bandō 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 1988. 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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