The Samurai (2003)

They were the knights of medieval Japan, an elite warrior class that held the reins of power and the fascination of the people for more than 700 years. Masters of sword and bow, driven by an unforgiving code of ethics, they proved ferocious in combat. They beat back foreign invaders and fought each other for land, status, honor and glory. The Samurai explores the extraordinary legacy of martial artistry, ceremony, self-discipline and tenacity in battle that reaches to this day. Modern-day samurai explain the ways of life in the Bushido, while scholars detail the pivotal events in their centuries-long history. From the heyday of the Heian Period (794-1185) to the inevitable decline that followed the opening of Japan in 1853, this is the definitive study of some of world's most famous fighters.

Director: Tony Long
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 55 min
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Screenplay

Cinematography: Tom Collins
Editing: Michael W. Andrews
Production: Greystone Television
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Tony Long
More Films in Genre: Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Samurai about?
They were the knights of medieval Japan, an elite warrior class that held the reins of power and the fascination of the people for more than 700 years. Masters of sword and bow, driven by an unforgiving code of ethics, they proved ferocious in combat. They beat back foreign invaders and fought each other for land, status, honor and glory. The Samurai explores the extraordinary legacy of martial artistry, ceremony, self-discipline and tenacity in battle that reaches to this day. Modern-day samurai explain the ways of life in the Bushido, while scholars detail the pivotal events in their centuries-long history. From the heyday of the Heian Period (794-1185) to the inevitable decline that followed the opening of Japan in 1853, this is the definitive study of some of world's most famous fighters.
Who directed The Samurai?
The Samurai was directed by Tony Long.
Who stars in The Samurai?
The Samurai stars Edward Herrmann, Toshishiro Obata, Michael Shu, James Wong.
How long is The Samurai?
The Samurai has a runtime of 55m (55 minutes).
What genre is The Samurai?
The Samurai is a Documentary film.