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Sanshiro Sugata

Drama | 1943-03-25 | Japan

IMDB6.5 / 10

Budget$0

Budget$0

Runtime80 min.

The story of Sanshiro, a strong stubborn youth, who travels into the city in order to learn Jujutsu. However, upon his arrival he discovers a new form of self-defence: Judo. The main character is based on Shiro Saigo, a legendary judoka.

Toho Eiga Co., Ltd.

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