1961
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1h 29m
Genres
Action
Drama
Production Companies
Toei Company
Mask of the Moon (月形半平太)
Overview
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.
Key Crew
Director: Masahiro Makino
Screenplay: Daisuke Itō
Director of Photography: Sadaji Yoshida
Top Cast
Hashizo Okawa
Jūshirō Konoe
Satomi Oka
Michiko Nishizaki
Kyoko Aoyama
Mikijiro Hira
Sentarō Fushimi
