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Samurai Rebellion

1967·Movie
2h 1min·NR
89
ExcellentGoodWatch score

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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense and violent

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension8
  • Violence7
  • Spectacle6

Heart

Cathartic and moving

  • Catharsis8
  • Pathos7
  • Melancholy6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Satire & Parody4
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Dark Humor3

World

History, politics, and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances, direction, and characters

  • Acting9
  • Direction8
  • Character Depth8

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsSolo WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

In the end, we had no choice but to have it this way. We just took a roundabout path.

The mother of a feudal lord's only heir is kidnapped by the lord. Her husband and his samurai father must decide whether to accept the unjust decision, or risk death to rescue her.
Samurai DramaFeudal JapanMoral ConflictRevengePolitical IntrigueSocial CommentaryTragic FateMasterful Acting

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Samurai Rebellion legally?

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Is Samurai Rebellion worth watching?

89
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 89/100 (IMDb 8.3, Rotten Tomatoes 100%, and Metacritic 90). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Samurai Rebellion rated?

NRViolence

It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How long is Samurai Rebellion?

2 h 1 min

Samurai Rebellion runs 2 h 1 min.

Is Samurai Rebellion based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on Samurai Rebellion?

Critics95
Audiences84

Not quite. Critics rate Samurai Rebellion higher (95) than audiences (84). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Samurai Rebellion in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.

In how many countries can I watch Samurai Rebellion?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Samurai Rebellion in 11 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Samurai Rebellion use?

Perfectly Arranged MarriageHate SinkRoaring Rampage of RevengeDowner EndingHenpecked HusbandJidaigekiDirty Old ManDutch AngleGray Rain of DepressionJump CutTogether in DeathAside Glanceand 16 more

TV Tropes lists 28 storytelling tropes for Samurai Rebellion, including Perfectly Arranged Marriage, Hate Sink, Roaring Rampage of Revenge.