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1948

The Grand Master

Directed by Daisuke Itō
Based on the true story of master shogi player, Sankichi Sakata.

Shogi, a Japanese form of chess, is a game that requires skill and determination. When poor sandal-maker Sakata decides to pursue his dream of becoming the Shogi Grand Master Champion, everything is at stake – including his family. What will it cost for Sakata to follow his passion?

Duration

1h 34m

Released

October 18, 1948

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  • Tsumasaburō Bandō
  • Isamu Kosugi
  • Tatsuo Saitō
  • Mitsuko Mito
  • Osamu Takizawa
  • Ryutaro Otomo
  • Miki Sanjō
  • Masao Mishima
  • Ryōsuke Kagawa

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