Mask of the Moon (1961)
1h 29m
Running Time
April 25, 1961Release Date
Plot.
Young swordsman, Tsukigata Hanpeita, longs for the day when rival clans cease their struggles for power and put an end to meaningless feudal wars. When he is appointed to oversee the Choshu Clan, he takes it upon himself to work towards the peace that he has dreamed about. With his affectionate personality and compassion for life, Hanpeita’s popularity grows among the people, making him a threat to those thirsty for conflict and power. A betrayal by those closest to him leaves Hanpeita caught in a trap that could ultimately cost him his life.
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Cast & Crew.

Hashizo Okawa

Jūshirō Konoe

Satomi Oka

Michiko Nishizaki

Kyoko Aoyama

Mikijiro Hira

Sentarō Fushimi

Kusuo Abe

Shin Tokudaiji

Eijirō Kataoka

Masuo Kamiki
Actor

Hideo Hongo

Hiroshi Kasuga
Actor

Masahiro Makino
Director

Rifu Yukitomo
Original Story

Daisuke Itō
Screenplay
Media.

Details.
Release DateApril 25, 1961
Original Name月形半平太
StatusReleased
Running Time1h 29m
Genres
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This Movie Is About.
samurai