Ninjutsu-tsukai to sennin masume
Ninjutsu-tsukai to sennin masume

Ninjutsu-tsukai to sennin masume

1961Movie70 minJapanese

A two-part series of ninjutsu films directed by Masahiko Izawa, director of Yagyu Bugeichou (1961), based on an original scenario by Yasuo Yokoyama.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Kazuo IkehiroGenres: Action, Fantasy, Adventure

Plot Summary

A skilled ninja is tasked with protecting a princess from a rival clan. He must use his masterful ninjutsu skills and cunning to overcome numerous obstacles and assassins sent to thwart his mission. The journey tests his loyalty and combat prowess as he navigates dangerous territories and political intrigue.

Critical Reception

Released in 1961, 'Ninjutsu-tsukai to sennin masume' is a classic example of Japanese samurai and ninja cinema, often appreciated by genre enthusiasts for its action sequences and traditional storytelling. While specific critical reviews from its initial release are scarce in English-language databases, films of this era are generally recognized for their contribution to martial arts cinema.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its authentic ninja action and visual style.
  • Appreciated for its straightforward adventure narrative.
  • A solid entry in the early Japanese martial arts film genre.

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Fun Fact

The film was part of a wave of popular ninja movies in Japan during the 1960s, capitalizing on the mystique and allure of these historical shadow warriors.

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