A contest worth a thousand ryo: In search of a bride (1960)
• October 16th, 1960 • 1h 2min
Adventure, Comedy
Overview
A village samurai with money, power and great masculinity goes to the flourishing city of Edo to have some fun and practice. And here he is attacked by a beautiful thief... A light comedy historical drama.
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