Directed by: Hideo Gosha
Starring: Tetsuro Tanba, Isamu Nagato, Mikijiro Hira, Miyuki Kuwano, Yoshiko Kayama, Kyoko Aoi
Contributors: Hideo Gosha, Keiichi Abe, Eizaburo Shiba, Gin'ichi Kishimoto, Tetsuro Tanba, Toshiaki Tsushima, Tadashi Sakai
Three Outlaw Samurai (1964), directed by Hideo Gosha, is a Japanese drama starring Tetsuro Tanba as Sakon Shiba, a ronin who becomes entangled in a kidnapping plot. The film captures the compelling story of a lone samurai caught in the conflicts of loyalty, justice, and the vagaries of honor, all set against the backdrop of feudal Japan. A thrilling and nuanced exploration of the samurai ethos, this restored Blu-ray edition from The Criterion Collection brings a fresh, polished experience for both new viewers and long-time fans of Japanese cinema.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Director | Hideo Gosha |
| Starring | Tetsuro Tanba, Isamu Nagato, Mikijiro Hira, Miyuki Kuwano, Yoshiko Kayama, Kyoko Aoi |
| Contributors | Hideo Gosha, Keiichi Abe, Eizaburo Shiba, Gin'ichi Kishimoto, Tetsuro Tanba, Toshiaki Tsushima, Tadashi Sakai |
| Format | Blu-ray / Restored |
| Studio | Criterion Collection |
| Catalogue No | CC2108BDUK |
| Barcode | 5050629253337 |
| Main Language | English |
| Region | B |
| Release Date | 20 Jul 2020 |
| Originally Issued | 1964 |
| No of Discs | 1 |
| Weight | 104g |
| Dimensions | 136 x 18 x 173 (mm) |
| Genre | World Cinema |
| BBFC Certification | (15) Suitable for 15 years and over |
| Rental/Retail | Retail not for Rental |