Zatoichi's Cane Sword (1967)

In Ichi’s 15th film he's forced to give up his trusty cane sword. Without it his connection to the world and his confidence is shaken, leaving him blinder and more vulnerable than ever.
You might think a film about a Samurai with no weapon would be boring, but he still has ability, wits and a desire to be happy, so there’s still a lot to be explored. Fans of the series will have wondered before now that if being free from the blade might finally give Ichi the peace he’s long sought. The plot acknowledges that in a meaningful way.

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