Sanshiro Sugata (1943)
The story of Sanshiro, a strong stubborn youth, who travels into the city in order to learn Jujutsu. However, upon his arrival he discovers a new form of self-defence: Judo. The main character is based on Shiro Saigo, a legendary judoka.
Directing:
Writing:
Stars:
- Akira Kurosawa
Writing:
- Akira Kurosawa
- Tsuneo Tomita
Stars:
Release Date: 1943-03-25
6.5/10
6.5/10
- Country: JP
- Language: 日本語
- Runtime: 80
Sayo Murai
Shogoro Yano
Sanshiro Sugata
Hansuke Murai, Sayo's father
Gennosuke Higaki
Osumi Kodana
Police Chief Mishima
Master Saburo Kodama
Buddhist Priest
Monma's pupil (uncredited)
