Zatoichi: Darkness Is His Ally 1989
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Topic: Film "Zatoichi: Darkness Is His Ally" (1989). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1989
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 116 minutes
- Release date
- Feb 4, 1989
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- Japan
- Studios
- Katsu Production, Shochiku
- Genres
- Action, Drama, Adventure
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At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.4/10 from 51 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~116 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Katsu Production, Shochiku
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Topic: Film "Zatoichi: Darkness Is His Ally" (1989).
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Title: Zatoichi: Darkness Is His Ally (also known as Zatôichi, Zatoichi: The Blind Swordsman, or Shintaro Katsu's Zatoichi).
Year: 1989.
Release Date: February 4, 1989 (JP).
Genres: Action, Drama, Adventure, Chambara.
Director: Shintarô Katsu.
Starring: Shintarô Katsu, Kanako Higuchi, Takanori Jinnai, Ryuutarô Gan.
Runtime: 1h 56m.
Plot: Ichi is an older, wiser, wandering loner and a blind, peace-loving masseur. He seeks a peaceful life in a rural village. He gets caught in a power struggle between two rival Yakuza clans
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“A gripping exploration of action and drama that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is Zatoichi: Darkness Is His Ally worth watching?
Zatoichi: Darkness Is His Ally holds a community rating of 6.4/10 based on 51 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Action, Drama for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Zatoichi: Darkness Is His Ally and when was it released?
Zatoichi: Darkness Is His Ally is a feature film with a runtime of 116 minutes. It was released in 1989. Release status: Released.
Who directed Zatoichi: Darkness Is His Ally?
Zatoichi: Darkness Is His Ally was directed by Shintarō Katsu.
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