Samurai: Behind the Blade (2008)
Devotion before honor, Duty before pride.
Japan's ancient samurai tradition is chronicled in this hourlong documentary, which looks to history, science and literature to answer questions about the legacy and mysterious lives of the warrior aristocracy. The film examines some of the truths behind the mask, including the samurais' preoccupation with death, their impressive mastery of fine arts and their code of honor -- which carried a heavy price.
Director: Roger Pyke
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 47 min
Release Date: September 30, 2008
Cast
- Ben Weinberg - Narrator
Language: English
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Samurai: Behind the Blade about?
- Japan's ancient samurai tradition is chronicled in this hourlong documentary, which looks to history, science and literature to answer questions about the legacy and mysterious lives of the warrior aristocracy. The film examines some of the truths behind the mask, including the samurais' preoccupation with death, their impressive mastery of fine arts and their code of honor -- which carried a heavy price.
- Who directed Samurai: Behind the Blade?
- Samurai: Behind the Blade was directed by Roger Pyke.
- Who stars in Samurai: Behind the Blade?
- Samurai: Behind the Blade stars Ben Weinberg.
- How long is Samurai: Behind the Blade?
- Samurai: Behind the Blade has a runtime of 47m (47 minutes).
- What genre is Samurai: Behind the Blade?
- Samurai: Behind the Blade is a Documentary film.