Samurai: Behind the Blade

Devotion before honor, Duty before pride.

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Documentary

Overview

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.

Details

Status: Released
Release date: September 30, 2008
Original language: English
Cast: Ben Weinberg
Director: Roger Pyke
Budget: Not recorded
Revenue: Not recorded
IMDb: tt14211060