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Samaritan Zatoichi

A blind samurai, Zatoichi, is deceived into committing murder and must now ensure the safety of the sister of his victim, who is torn between gratitude and distrust towards him.

In this gritty drama, Zatoichi is forced to take a life to settle a debt, only to have his sister Osode arrive with the payment, earned through desperate means. As the true motives of the yakuza boss are revealed, Zatoichi must confront the devastating consequences of his actions and protect Osode from the gang's cruel intentions.

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Info about Samaritan Zatoichi

Studio(s): Daiei Film

Originally Released: United States, Dec 28, 1968

Production Country: Japan

Genres:Action, Adventure, Drama

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