Review of Samurai Spy (1965) by Mjs M — 21 Feb 2008

A chinese box of intrigues. And with ninjas, to boot!

This review of Samurai Spy (1965) was written by Mjs M on 21 Feb 2008.

Samurai Spy has generally received positive reviews.

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By Jason D (1,490) on 02 Jan 2008

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By Rob S (980) on 14 Aug 2007

Unfamiliar with its director, but this film is still damn fun. The story is confusing but fulfilling. You wont care during the actions scenes…

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By Ben S (1,411) on 20 Feb 2008

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By Private U (13,627) on 11 Nov 2007

Solid film but truly exceptional cinematography... The new criterion transfer is truly beautiful…

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