The Master Spearman
The Master Spearman

The Master Spearman

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1960•99 min•Drama
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Kurando is a retired samurai. Granted a last-second reprieve from the obligation to commit harakiri, he decides to settle down and marry one of the two kabuki actresses who helped him enjoy what he thought would be his final days.
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