Killing

Year: 2018

Runtime: 80 mins

Language: Japanese

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Set during the mid-19th century Edo period in Japan, the film follows Ikematsu Sosuke, a masterless samurai, also known as a ronin. As a time of peace gives way to looming war and conflict, the swordsman finds himself increasingly restless. He wanders the land, seeking purpose and encountering various challenges that test his skills and beliefs. The story explores themes of honor, loyalty, and the changing landscape of a nation on the brink of upheaval.

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