Hitiro the Peasant (2006)

Yellow House's first feature film, a modern day corporate-samurai-adventure-love-and-revenge fable you cannot afford to miss. Featuring some of Central Virginia's best talent in front of and behind the camera.

Hitiro the Peasant (2006) poster

Hitiro the noble samurai serves the Emperor of Richmond, Virginia. After he refuses to enforce the Emperor's draconian tax policies, Hitiro is attacked by a jealous rival, who frames Hitiro for the murder of his wife. Hitiro escapes multiple ninja assassins, and seeks to begin a new life at a peaceful, rural village under the alias of "Hitiro the peasant." But can Hitiro outrun his past? Can he deny his burgeoning feelings for Ikama, daughter of the village headman? And can he save his new home from the wrath of the Emperor's soldiers?

Director: Justin Dray
Genre: Drama, Action, Romance, History
Runtime: 94 min
Release Date:

Cast

Screenplay

Editing: Justin Dray
Production: Yellow House
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en

Themes

Samurai Duel: Sword, Honor, and Blood, Samurai and Bushido: Feudal Japan, Martial Arts Showdown, Samurai Bushido Code and Warrior Honor, Samurai Bushido Honor and Feudal Japan

Keywords

samurai, decapitation, digital video, historical drama, regional, richmond, virginia, independent film, low budget, sword fighting

Trailer

Hitiro the Peasant Trailer
More Films by Director: Justin Dray
More Films in Genre: Drama, Action, Romance

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hitiro the Peasant about?
Hitiro the noble samurai serves the Emperor of Richmond, Virginia. After he refuses to enforce the Emperor's draconian tax policies, Hitiro is attacked by a jealous rival, who frames Hitiro for the murder of his wife. Hitiro escapes multiple ninja assassins, and seeks to begin a new life at a peaceful, rural village under the alias of "Hitiro the peasant." But can Hitiro outrun his past? Can he deny his burgeoning feelings for Ikama, daughter of the village headman? And can he save his new home from the wrath of the Emperor's soldiers?
Who directed Hitiro the Peasant?
Hitiro the Peasant was directed by Justin Dray.
Who stars in Hitiro the Peasant?
Hitiro the Peasant stars Keith Janssen, Emalee Lane, Jane Samborski, Joe Inscoe, D.L. Hopkins, Stephanie Kelley.
How long is Hitiro the Peasant?
Hitiro the Peasant has a runtime of 1h 34m (94 minutes).
What genre is Hitiro the Peasant?
Hitiro the Peasant is a Drama, Action, Romance, History film.
Where was Hitiro the Peasant produced?
Hitiro the Peasant was produced in United States of America.
What are the themes of Hitiro the Peasant?
The themes of Hitiro the Peasant include: Samurai Duel: Sword, Honor, and Blood, Samurai and Bushido: Feudal Japan, Martial Arts Showdown, Samurai Bushido Code and Warrior Honor, Samurai Bushido Honor and Feudal Japan.