The crescent shaped scar on his forehead is a license given him by the Shogun to kill anyone he deems to be a villain. A strong performance that reflects well upon his father, with interesting stories, these films are required viewing. When Saotome hears rumors of a Daimyo's plot to overthrow the Shogun, he launches an investigation. With the help of his sister Kikuji, his stewart, Kinai and a mysterious woman they begin to unravel the web of treachery.
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Akinori Matsuo Director
First release July 12, 1993 · Produced in Japan · Original title Gozonji! Hatamoto Taikutsu Otoko
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Japan
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Original title
Gozonji! Hatamoto Taikutsu Otoko
Original language
Japanese
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Japanese
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Japan · July 12, 1993
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