The Grand Master
The Grand Master
Shogi, a Japanese form of chess, is a game that requires skill and determination. When poor sandal-maker Sakata decides to pursue his dream of becoming the Shogi Grand Master Champion, everything is at stake – including his family. What will it cost for Sakata to follow his passion?
Country: JP
Genre: Drama
Release: 1948-10-18
Director: Daisuke Itō
Production: Daiei Film
Cast: Tsumasaburō Bandō, Isamu Kosugi, Tatsuo Saitō, Mitsuko Mito, Osamu Takizawa
Tagline: Based on the true story of master shogi player, Sankichi Sakata.
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