Zatoichi in desperation the grindhouse cinema database. The character, a blind masseur and blademaster, was created by novelist kan shimozawa this originally minor character was developed for the screen by daiei film now. Having said this, zatoichi in desperation cannot be called a terrible film. Zatoichi tv series volume 1 finally, the famed tv series is now available for u. The discs best aspect, without a doubt, is the audio presentation, which is featured here on a 2. Zatoichi tries to save a maiden in distress in this sequel to the popular series about a blind samurai swordsman who moonlights as a masseur. Im going to post some screenies of the things i am working on and see what ppl think. Zatoichi in desperation was directed by shinataro katsu zatoichi, and while i admire his work as an actor greatly, i found this film to be possibly the worst of the series i have seen. Zatoichi embodies the kinds of contradictory elements that make takeshi kitano japans most intriguing contemporary actordirector.
Region 1 zatoichi in desperation animeigo 2005 region 2 new zatoichi story. Always fighting for the underdog, noble zatoichi sets out to keep a girl from becoming a prostitute. It was originally released by the daiei motion picture company later acquired by kadokawa pictures zatoichi and the doomed man is the eleventh episode in the 26part film. Watch zatoichi meets the onearmed swordsman full movie. With shintaro katsu, kiwako taichi, kyoko yoshizawa, yasuhiro koume. In japanese w english subtitles this outing places the blind swordsman against a corrupt official that is aided by fugitives. German movie poster image for nobi the image measures 600 834 pixels. Zatoichi, zatoichi is a fictional character featured in one of japans longestrunning. In a desperate bid to collect the money needed to steer the sinful nishikigi from a. New digital restorations of all twentyfive films, with. The blind swordsman box set gets our highest recommendation and damn well deserves it. Zatoichi in desperation 1972 zatoichi in desperation. Zatoichi in desperation is the most somber and darkest zatoichi film that i have seen in the series, both in terms of photography and plot.
In trying to help the town, zatoichi kills some gangsters and becomes a hero to the boy. Frequently asked questions how many zatoichi films were made. Zatoichi in desperation, the penultimate film of the original film series, is definitely my favourite. Criterion cover for shintaro katsus zatoichi in desperation zatoichi has a strong. Since then, with the cute but cloying kikujiro, the entertaining. Since this franchise was nearing its end, it was appropriate for the series to head into darker territory for a proper sendoff. Turns to boss yasugoros men as yasugoro stutters in fear your boss is trapped in a corner, and none of you have the guts to save him. After accidentally causing an old ladys death, zatoichi seeks out her daughter to atone for the tragedy, consequently getting into all sorts of trouble.
Zatoichi comes upon a dying man who asks him to give a bag of money to taichi. The blind swordsman movie videos for the full length movie and video clips on mefeedia. Zatoichi in desperation is the twentyfourth motion picture in the series, with star shintaro katsu back in the lead and behind the camera as director. Zatoichi in desperation 1972 download zatoichi in desperation 1972 uncut zatoichi in desperation 1972 stream ipad zatoichi in desperation 1972 film schauen. Zatoichis edits under development i can usually be found in the psrvr section of this forum, tho i do come in here time to time. Ive seen about half of them and im a big fan of zatoichi the fugitive, zatoichi and the chest of gold, fight zatoichi fight, and zatoichi and the. Zatoichi in desperation 1972 zatoichi accidentally causes the death of an elderly woman and sets out to find her daughter. If you like the formula, every film will hold its share of great entertainment for you. Star shintaro katsu sits in the directors chair for this psychedelic and unremittingly bleak entry in the zatoichi series, which is unlike any other in its grindhouse. Criterion cover for shintaro katsus zatoichi in desperation zatoichi has a strong noble legacy in the heart of japanese cinema. Zatoichi in desperation 1972 the criterion collection. Zatoichi faces a desperate battle to free a woman from a geisha house. Were sorry but jwapp doesnt work properly without javascript enabled. Download zatoichitheoutlaw1967movieposter picture source.
Zatoichi monogatari, directed by kenji misumi, is the first film of a classic japanese samurai drama saga starring shintaro katsu as zatoichi, a character created by kan shimozawa. Its interesting that shintaro katsu, who plays zatoichi, was the director. But he makes enemies despite his good intentions and must. It delighted me to find out after i finished watching it that this zatoichi outing was directed by none other than zatoichi himself, shintaro katsu. Zatoichi lodges at a poor womans farm, having charmed her with his willingness to carry her vegetables and chop her wood, and almost becomes one of the family, cheerfully going out gambling with. However, behind this humble facade, he is a master swordsman gifted with a lightningfast draw and breathtaking precision. Zatoichi in desperation 1972 directed by shintaro katsu. A tale of innocence corrupted by sadistic, sleazy criminality. Five, 1hour episodes comprise this first dvd volume.
Shintaro katsu appears on screen as zatoichi for the last time. Though the aformentioned subplot doesnt play heavy into the story of the film, it still provides more of the memorable moments of the movie. Zatoichi tv series collection 1 6disc collection of the first zatoichi tv episodes. Both are set during the late edo period 1830s and 1840s. Zatoichi has no idea who this is but when he comes upon a small town harassed by gangsters, he finds that taichi was the mans young son. Streamcloud zatoichi in desperation 1972 deutsch stream. I have been a loyal fan of the series for the better part of a decade. Zatoichi in desperation 1972 full movie download full hd. Along his travels he also met a blind monk who makes zatoichi question his murderous lifestyle. He was certainly going for a different look and style and got it. He plays, as usual, a man with an impassive face, few words, and sudden bursts of action that end in a few seconds. Not every zatoichi film qualifies as great cinema, but even when the series falters a bit, every single one of these films is still well worth your time. Zatoichi the blind swordsman the criterion collection bluray. The best cuts 19671973 original motion picture soundtracks licensed to youtube by tunecore on behalf of.
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This list tries to track down not only the greatest, but also the most essential zatoichi films which brought this formula to live, tried to improve it or varied it intelligently. Zatoichi in desperation is presented in its original aspect ratio of 2. It seems that the problem with zatoichi in desperation is a problem that plagues many series, and that is the problem of trying to keep things fresh and original. Zatoichi in desperation, and zatoichi at the blood fest, and shochiku which. Well, unless the next and final one tops it, which would be difficult. The blind swordsman zatoichi is a cultural icon in japan, with hundreds of television episodes and over twentyfive feature films devoted to the beloved character.