‘Samurai II: Duel at Ichijoji Temple’: Beneath the Sword

The second chapter of Miroshi Inagaki’s trilogy forges the soul of a Samurai swordsman.

5/23/2025|Updated: 5/23/2025

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NR | 1h 44m | Adventure, Biography, Drama | 1956

In films led by daring men of action, like James Bond in the 007 franchise or Ethan Hunt in the “Mission: Impossible” series, the protagonist survives to fight another day. After all, he is needed for endless sequels, right?

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Ian Kane

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Ian Kane is a U.S. Army veteran, filmmaker, and author. He is dedicated to the development and production of innovative, thought-provoking, character-driven films and books of the highest quality.