EPISODE · Apr 22, 2019 · 32 MIN
Lone Wolf and Cub: Sword of Vengeance
from Japan On Film · host Film Stories
In light of Kazuo Koikes recent passing, the film Ive chosen for this episode is an adaptation of his most famous creationLone Wolf and Cub. Released in 1972 and starring Tomisaburo Wakayama, Lone Wolf and Cub: Sword of Vengeance was the first of six films based on Koikes manga. Its the story of a former shogunate executioner framed for treason who must become an assassin for hire, accompanied by his young son. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/japanonfilm/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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In light of Kazuo Koikes recent passing, the film Ive chosen for this episode is an adaptation of his most famous creationLone Wolf and Cub. Released in 1972 and starring Tomisaburo Wakayama, Lone Wolf and Cub: Sword of Vengeance was the first of six films based on Koikes manga. Its the story of a former shogunate executioner framed for treason who must become an assassin for hire, accompanied by his young son. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/japanonfilm/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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