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Unleash the Shadow Warrior Within

Imagine a thief stepping into the shoes of a fallen warlord, transforming deception into loyalty, all through a swirl of Kurosawa's epic visuals. A shadow warrior blurs the lines between reality and impersonation, riding the waves of samurai honor in turbulent feudal Japan.

Kagemusha Trivia

Who directed the film Kagemusha? (Easy)
#1: Steven Spielberg
#2: Akira Kurosawa
#3: George Lucas
#4: Martin Scorsese
In what year was the film "Kagemusha" released? (Advanced)
#1: 1979
#2: 1980
#3: 1981
#4: 1982
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Kagemusha Fun Facts

Akira Kurosawa's Kagemusha was partially funded by George Lucas and Francis Ford Coppola.
Kagemusha marked Kurosawa's return to epic filmmaking after a decade-long hiatus.

Kagemusha Polls

Who is your favorite character in Kagemusha?
Takeda Shingen
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What is your favorite aspect of Kagemusha?
The Cinematography
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The Historical Accuracy
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Timeline Highlights ( To Fictional )

biography
March 23, 1910

Birth of Akira Kurosawa

Akira Kurosawa, the acclaimed Japanese filmmaker and director of Kagemusha, was born.

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August 25, 1950

Release of Rashomon

Akira Kurosawa's film Rashomon was released, gaining international acclaim and establishing Kurosawa's reputation worldwide.

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May 31, 1980

Release of Kagemusha

Kagemusha was released in Japan, later gaining international recognition and winning the Palme d'Or at Cannes.

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May 24, 1980

Kagemusha wins Palme d'Or

Kagemusha won the prestigious Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival, boosting Kurosawa's international status.

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