Review of Hara-Kiri: Death of a Samurai (2011) by Samuel T — 06 Nov 2012

Wealth can't buy class; whilst class doesn't guarantee wealth! Rings true till today. Great acting and cinematography. Sugoi!

This review of Hara-Kiri: Death of a Samurai (2011) was written by Samuel T on 06 Nov 2012.

Hara-Kiri: Death of a Samurai has generally received positive reviews.

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