Samurai Marathon

2020 • 104 minutes

About this movie

Acclaimed filmmaker Bernard Rose has created a stunning visual feast complemented by a haunting score from iconic composer Philip Glass. Inspired by a race still held annually in Japan, Samurai Marathon is a lively action flick with a samurai twist. In late feudal Japan, a young ninja (Satoh) operates undercover in the court of an aging lord and his rebellious daughter. When the lord challenges his lazy samurai to a punishing marathon-joined covertly by Princess Yuki-the ninja finds his loyalties put to the test. Facing impossible odds, this unusual band of characters is running a race to either win or die.

Ratings and reviews

Great historical action flick !

Wonderful movie. One of the best this year.