1943
Sanshiro Sugata
Directed by Akira Kurosawa
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.
Duration
1h 20m
Released
March 25, 1943
Part ofThe Sanshiro Sugata Collection
Includes Sanshiro Sugata (1943), and Sanshiro Sugata Part Two (1945).
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