Harakiri (1963)
What befalls others today, may be your own fate tomorrow.
Storyline
Down-on-his-luck veteran Tsugumo Hanshirō enters the courtyard of the prosperous House of Iyi. Unemployed, and with no family, he hopes to find a place to commit seppuku—and a worthy second to deliver the coup de grâce in his suicide ritual. The senior counselor for the Iyi clan questions the ronin’s resolve and integrity, suspecting Hanshirō of seeking charity rather than an honorable end. What follows is a pair of interlocking stories which lay bare the difference between honor and respect, and promises to examine the legendary foundations of the Samurai code.
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Movie Details
| Original title | 切腹 |
|---|---|
| Release date | Sep 11, 1963 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | japan, flashback, revenge, suicide, asia, poverty, black and white, samurai, ronin, seppuku, jidaigeki, edo period |
FAQ
What is Harakiri about?
Down-on-his-luck veteran Tsugumo Hanshirō enters the courtyard of the prosperous House of Iyi. Unemployed, and with no family, he hopes to find a place to commit seppuku—and a worthy second to deliver the coup de grâce in his suicide ritual. The senior counselor for the Iyi clan questions the ronin’s resolve and integrity, suspecting Hanshirō of seeking charity rather than an honorable end. What follows is a pair of interlocking stories which lay bare the difference between honor and respect, and promises to examine the legendary foundations of the Samurai code.
When was Harakiri released?
Harakiri was released on Sep 11, 1963 (status: Released).
Who directed Harakiri?
Masaki Kobayashi directed Harakiri.
What is the TMDB rating of Harakiri?
Harakiri has a TMDB rating of 8.5/10 from 1,289 votes.