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201088 minNRdocumentary

6.0/ 10(4 ratings)• TMDB

Historical Events

Samurai

201088 minNRdocumentary

6.0/ 10(4 ratings)• TMDB

Miyamoto Musashi, a legendary swordsman, profoundly influenced Samurai culture in Japan, as explored through Mark Dacascos's martial arts training and innovative animation.

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Andrew Piddington

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Miyamoto Musashi, a legendary swordsman, profoundly influenced Samurai culture in Japan, as explored through Mark Dacascos's martial arts training and innovative animation.

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Miyamoto Musashi, a legendary swordsman, shaped the Samurai culture in Japan. Actor Mark Dacascos trains in traditional martial arts and ancient weaponry, immersing himself in Musashi's teachings. The documentary features innovative animation that depicts significant events from Musashi's life and the principles of the Samurai way. Directed by Andrew Piddington, this 88-minute film examines Musashi's lasting influence on martial arts and Japanese culture.

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