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In 16th century Japan, a young man has to choose between becoming a master steel maker like his father and grandfather before him, or becoming a samurai so that he can help protect his village from attacks by the various clans which want the high-quality steel made there.

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Tatara Samurai

Asia Pacific International Filmmaker Festival & Awards

Cinema on the Bayou Film Festival

UK Screen One International Film Festival

Ramsgate International Film & TV Festival

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