Kagemusha (1980)
The Shadow of a man can never stand up and walk on its own.
Storyline
Akira Kurosawa's lauded feudal epic presents the tale of a petty thief who is recruited to impersonate Shingen, an aging warlord, in order to avoid attacks by competing clans. When Shingen dies, his generals reluctantly agree to have the impostor take over as the powerful ruler. He soon begins to appreciate life as Shingen, but his commitment to the role is tested when he must lead his troops into battle against the forces of a rival warlord.
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Movie Details
| Original title | 影武者 |
|---|---|
| Release date | Oct 10, 1980 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | army, emperor, japan, warlord, battle, doppelgänger, samurai, impersonation, jidaigeki, sengoku period, edo period, feudal lord |
FAQ
What is Kagemusha about?
Akira Kurosawa's lauded feudal epic presents the tale of a petty thief who is recruited to impersonate Shingen, an aging warlord, in order to avoid attacks by competing clans. When Shingen dies, his generals reluctantly agree to have the impostor take over as the powerful ruler. He soon begins to appreciate life as Shingen, but his commitment to the role is tested when he must lead his troops into battle against the forces of a rival warlord.
When was Kagemusha released?
Kagemusha was released on Oct 10, 1980 (status: Released).
Who directed Kagemusha?
Akira Kurosawa directed Kagemusha.
What is the TMDB rating of Kagemusha?
Kagemusha has a TMDB rating of 7.8/10 from 770 votes.