Samurai Vendetta (1959)

Samurai Vendetta 1959 / 薄桜記 1959 / Hakuoki , Chronicle of Pale Cherry Blossoms ,

Samurai Vendetta is a depiction of the early years of the samurai Horibe Yasubei, who was one of the Forty-seven Ronin. Tange Tenzen and Nakayama Yasubei are honorable samurais living in an era of corrupt officials and treacherous clans. But after finding themselves in opposing clans and ensnared in a love triangle, the only bloodshed can ensue! An epic tale of slashing swords, cutting betrayal, and bloody revenge, Samurai Vendetta is justly hailed as one of the best samurai films ever made! The film is also known as Chronicle of Pale Cherry Blossoms, a poetic reference to the Forty-Seven Ronin. (Source: IMBD)