Movielogr
Mask of the Moon (1961)
Directed by Masahiro Makino
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.
Length 89 minutes
Actors
Hashizo Okawa | Jûshirô Konoe | Satomi Oka | Michiko Nishizaki | Kyôko Aoyama | Mikijiro Hira | Sentarô Fushimi | Kusuo Abe | Shin Tokudaiji | Eijirô Kataoka | Hideo Hongo | Sonosuke Sawamura | Yataro Kurokawa | Isao Yamagata | Kôkichi Takada | Kotaro Satomi