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Zatoichi's Conspiracy

1973·Movie
1h 28min

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High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Violent and thrilling

  • Violence8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Tension7

Heart

Cathartic and moving

  • Catharsis8
  • Pathos7
  • Melancholy7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor4
  • Physical Comedy3
  • Wit & Wordplay2

World

History, class and money, and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability6
  • Dialogue Centrality5

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightIntergenerationalSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

Zatoichi, the famed blind swordsman, returns to his home village for the first time in many years. He is befriended by Omiyo, who had the same wet-nurse as Zatoichi. He also encounters a boyhood friend, Shinbei, who is now wealthy and appears not to remember Zatoichi. Shinbei seems to be interested in repaying the villagers' debts, but is, in reality, manipulating the ownership of a now valuable rock quarry. Zatoichi learns of the subterfuge and confronts his old friend, who has a score of yakuza swordsmen backing his play.
SamuraiYakuzaSocial CommentarySwordsmenTragedyMelancholyCritique of CapitalismJapanese Cinema

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Is Zatoichi's Conspiracy worth watching?

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Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70/100 (IMDb 7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Zatoichi's Conspiracy rated?

Violence

Content advisories: violence.

How long is Zatoichi's Conspiracy?

1 h 28 min

Zatoichi's Conspiracy runs 1 h 28 min.

What language is Zatoichi's Conspiracy in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.

In how many countries can I watch Zatoichi's Conspiracy?

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