Review of Samurai Spy (1965) by Chris B — 03 Dec 2011
After watching and thoroughly enjoying the noir-like look at the under belly of Japan and the yakuza in Pale Flower, I was excited to see Masahiro Shinoda's Samurai Spy! I wasn't disappointed in the slightest as it was an action packed and beautifully filmed samurai film.
The story is meant to throw a lot of information and disorienting techniques to keep the viewer on edge and questioning what's coming next. This combined with multiple clans and their spies battling for information and control makes it a great and exciting film that you simply can't take your eyes off of.
The use of black and white and using light and shadow to its full extent makes it a super atmospheric samurai film that is dark and moody as well. Highly Recommended for anyone who loves samurai films!
This review of Samurai Spy (1965) was written by Chris B on 03 Dec 2011.
Samurai Spy has generally received positive reviews.
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