Secret of Naruto
Secret of Naruto

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Secret of Naruto

1957
Movie
101 min
Japanese

From the pen of Yoshikawa Eiji comes this exciting story. The Naruto Strait separates Tokushima from the islands of Awaji and Honshu. On Tokushima the mad lord dreams of conquest and forges a bloody revolt against the Tokugawa shogunate. A mysterious swordsman named Noriyuki Gennojo has crossed Naruto’s waters to uncover the Awa clan’s secrets. He puts his life on the line after finding a testament of Awa’s secrets, written in blood by a dying man. Joining Noriyuki are a female ninja who loves him, and the beautiful daughter of an enemy who’s sworn to kill him. Awa’s defenders willl stop at nothing to prevent the blood-soaked letter from reaching the shogun.

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Jerry HopperGenres: Adventure, Western

Plot Summary

A mysterious adventurer, Harry Carter, arrives in a remote mining town, claiming to be seeking a lost Incan treasure. His presence stirs up trouble with the local toughs and a saloon owner, and he soon finds himself embroiled in a dangerous game of cat and mouse. As he gets closer to his goal, Carter must use his wits and courage to survive the escalating violence and uncover the true secrets of the legendary treasure.

Critical Reception

The Secret of the Incas received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often praising its adventurous plot and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Robert Young. However, some found the story to be somewhat predictable and derivative of other adventure films of the era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its adventurous spirit and compelling lead performance.

  • The plot, while engaging, follows a familiar adventure movie structure.

  • Visually, the film offers some interesting desert landscapes.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's classic adventure feel and the charm of its stars. Some viewers found the storyline a bit dated but enjoyed the overall escapism and straightforward action.

Fun Fact

The film's portrayal of Incan artifacts and treasure is fictional and does not reflect historical accuracy, serving more as a backdrop for a classic adventure narrative.

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