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Shintarô Katsu, Shogo Shimada, Mikiko Tsubouchi, Machiko Hasgawa, Kenzaburo Joh

In this Japanese actioner, the brave blind swordsman Zatoichi is accused of assisting in the theft of a chest of gold. The gold represented the taxes of the local farmers and it was bound for the gove... read more read more...rnor's office. Now the courageous samurai and the yakuza boss, who is also accused, must unite to prove their innocence. ~ Sandra Brennan, Rovi

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Unrated, 1 hr. 23 min.

Directed by: Kazuo Ikehiro

Release Date: March 14, 1964

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DVD Release Date: April 29, 2003

 

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  • kiriyamakazou
    August 18, 2009
    kiriyamakazou
    When you get to the 6th film in a strong series, you can either continue down the tried and tested path or you can deviate. Zatoichi and the Chest of Gold does a bit of both. Keeping the film similar in terms of character and story, while offering a brand new style to the mix. Th... read moreis style isn't intrusive or distracting in any way, but it is noticeable. From the opening credits, where Zatoichi slays people against a black background, it already seems more stylised. We see very brave and dramatic shots, such as samurai running a hill directly over the camera. It announces a braver film than previous efforts. The film is really empthasises the yellows of the colour palette, giving it a warm golden glow. Another new addition is the blood, we see it now, and it gushes without ever being glorified.

    As a character, Zatoichi is expanded upon. We see more of the weak, towards drink and women, Zatoichi. There's also a paternal moment where Zatoichi guides a boy through a forest. The script really makes a point of highlighting the moments we come to expect from Zatoichi. We are also treated to a fantastic final battle, in which Zatoichi meets his toughest match yet, and it isn't just your ordinary sword fight.

    A fantastic film full of excitement and great writing. It is also easily accessible for anybody new to the series.
  • threefolddado
    July 3, 2008
    threefolddado
    One of the most innovatively filmed in the series with a story outside the formula. If you see one Zatoichi movie, make it this one!
  • loymabait
    March 6, 2010
    loymabait
    ichi part 4 this say 3 year has past when visit grave of former rival that where adventure starts. ower blind monk masseur dose it gain pg 13 nice i give 5 stars what do u think

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Brian Mckay
February 21, 2004
Brian Mckay, eFilmCritic.com

This volume of the series lightens the body count, but raises the gore factor and, more importantly, the character development. Full Review

May 13, 2003
Chicago Reader

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Emanuel Levy
August 21, 2005
Emanuel Levy, EmanuelLevy.Com

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