1948
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1h 34m
Genres
Drama
Production Companies
Daiei Film
The Grand Master (王将)
Based on the true story of master shogi player, Sankichi Sakata.
Overview
Shogi, a Japanese form of chess, is a game that requires skill and determination. When poor sandal-maker Sakata decides to pursue his dream of becoming the Shogi Grand Master Champion, everything is at stake – including his family. What will it cost for Sakata to follow his passion?
Key Crew
Director: Daisuke Itō
Writer: Daisuke Itō
Director of Photography: Hideo Ishimoto
Producer: Hisashi Okuda
