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The Thirteen Assassins / Jûsan-nin no shikaku (1963) + [Extras]

Posted By: Rare-1

Date: 2 Oct 2014 02:14:55

A sadistic Daimyo (feudal lord) rapes a woman and murders both her and her husband, but even when one of his own vassals commits suicide to bring attention to the crime, the matter is quickly hushed up. Not only will there be no punishment, but because the Daimyo is the Shogun's younger brother, he will soon be appointed to a high political position from which he could wreak even more havoc. Convinced that the fate of the Shogunate hangs in the balance, a plot is hatched to assassinate the Daimyo. The two most brilliant strategic minds of their generation find themselves pitted against each other; one is tasked to defend a man he despises, and has a small army at his disposal. The other is given a suicide mission, and has 12 brave men. They are the 13 Assassins.

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Director: Eiichi Kudô
Writer: Kaneo Ikegami (screenplay)
Actors: Chiezo Kataoka, Kô Nishimura, Ryôhei Uchida, Isao Natsuyagi
Rated: N/A
Runtime: 120 min

There’s a damn good reason on why Kinema Junpo, one of Japan’s oldest film publications, ranked Eiichi Kudo’s 13 Assassins as the #2 samurai film of all time. The first entry in Kudo’s Samurai Revolution Trilogy, the film follows Shinzaemon Shimada (Chiezo Kataoka), a loyal retainer that has been given a difficult problem to solve. Lord Naritsugu Matsudaira (Kantaro Suga) has been abusing his power by committing rape and murder as he pleases. Even though he does this, due to the Shogun being his brother, he will be able to retain a seat in power and continue to cause problems for the land. The high council devises a secret plan to hire Shinzaemon and carry out an assassination, in order to ensure peace and tranquility for the future. He receives the help of 12 other men and goes forth to complete this immense task.

Much like Masaki Kobayashi’s fantastic entries in the chambara (sword fight) genre, Harakiri and Samurai Rebellion, 13 Assassins succeeds at delivering a thrilling and compelling film, while at the same time, subverting its original formula. Like Kobayashi’s works, on the surface, the film is about maintaining loyalty and being honorable, but explores the social injustice of the political systems at hand. This is done through the two rivals of the film, Shinzaemon and his rival, Hanbei Onigashira (Ryohei Uchida). Both men are carrying out their respected duties, but Hanbei is clearly serving the evil aspects of the feudalist empire while his elder is serving a much more humane and ethical stance, whilst still being a loyal samurai. 13 Assassins maintains a level of tension throughout most of its running time through its political schemes and plans, to then explode with a thrilling and intense climax that is both satisfying and poignant.

There isn’t a single wasted scene in the film and every moment looks absolutely beautiful. This is carried out by cinematographer Jubei Suzuki and gaffer Masuda Yoshiaki, that make every frame of the film a joy to behold. Whether its the assassins sitting around and planning an attack or them fighting against soldiers, both of are true artisans and their work is a sight to behold. Kaneo Ikigami’s screenplay of the film may seem very simple and clear cut, but its in its execution and Eiichi Kudo’s fine direction that make 13 Assassins stand out as an excellent work of Japanese cinema.

- Ruben Rosario

Extras Include:
#Misao Arai Dirty Kudo Interview
#Trailer_13 Assassins (1963)

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