Assassination Orders

6.3
1984 1 hr 31 min Action , History , TV Movie

The ronin, Sako Kanbei has to rescue the beautiful Princess Tsubaki from danger while young samurai of the Numata Clan stand up against their corrupt Chief Retainer and evil clan mistress. Kanbei wants to develop his swordsmanship only for himself, he finds that he has been implicated in a crime and must fight for justice in the ultimate battle to redeem his innocence. The swordplay in this film is reminiscent of the Lone Wolf and Cub series with its brutal and extended action sequences and awesome finale. A powerful motion picture about honor, love and cold steel!

  • Cast:
    Hideki Takahashi , Yoshiko Miyazaki , Isao Natsuyagi , Gō Ibuki , Seizō Fukumoto , Shōki Fukae , Masao Imafuku

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Reviews

Matcollis
1984/02/02

This Movie Can Only Be Described With One Word.

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BootDigest
1984/02/03

Such a frustrating disappointment

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HeadlinesExotic
1984/02/04

Boring

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Robert Joyner
1984/02/05

The plot isn't so bad, but the pace of storytelling is too slow which makes people bored. Certain moments are so obvious and unnecessary for the main plot. I would've fast-forwarded those moments if it was an online streaming. The ending looks like implying a sequel, not sure if this movie will get one

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