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Movie poster: Ten Duels of Young Shingo: Chapter 1 (1981)
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Ten Duels of Young Shingo: Chapter 1

1981 · 90 min Action Drama TV Movie
3.5 / 10 · TMDB

The classic tale of the shogun's illegitimate son Aoi Shingo is told in three parts as he strives to become the greatest fencer in Japan, while his father Shogun Tokugawa Yoshimune seeks to reunite with his lost son.  Part 1 sets up the story and introduces the characters.  When the secrets of Shingo's birth are revealed to him, it sets off a series of events that bring him to cross swords with members of the shogun's inner circle. 

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Original Title 新吾十番勝負1
Year 1981
Country Japan
Genre Action, Drama, TV Movie
Director Kōsei Saitō
Runtime 90 min.
Rating TMDB: 3.5/10 (1 votes)

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Ten Duels of Young Shingo: Chapter 1 is an acquired taste at 3.5/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.

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A classic from 1981. 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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