Shogun Assassin (1980)

Shogun Assassin is a 1980 Japanese anime martial arts release, directed by Robert Houston, starring Tomisaburo Wakayama, Kayo Matsuo, Minoru Ohki, and more. Available from ClassicKungFuMovies.com for collectors who value accurate film details and hard-to-find physical media.

Story Snapshot: Blinded by rage, Lone Wolf vows to avenge her death, taking his son Tizuro with him on the path to darkness and retribution When he refuses to swear allegiance to Kurando, the most vicious Shogun in Japanese history, Kurando orders the death of Lone Wolfs wife, Azame.

Why collectors pick it: A strong pickup for anime action and Dragon Ball fans, pairing a revenge-driven payoff and old-school fight escalation with the kind of old-school physical media appeal collectors still enjoy.

• Director: Robert Houston
• Starring: Tomisaburo Wakayama, Kayo Matsuo, Minoru Ohki, Akiji Kobayashi (Shoji Kobayashi), Shin Kishida, Masahiro Tomikawa
• Label/Studio: Katsu
• Format: DVD
• Running Time: 81 Minutes
• Release Year: 1980

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