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Two-disc set includes: Shinobi No Mono (1962)For fans of ninja cinema, this film is legend! Spawning the first craze for ninja-themed movies (as well as numerous sequels), this gripping thriller from Japan follows the exploits of a young ninja (Raizo Ichikawa) who must fight for his honor after becoming ensnared in a plot to kill an ambitious warlord. Includes a wealth of historical details, realistic ninja tricks, and elegant fight choreography. Shiho Fujimura, Katsuhiko Kobayashi co-star. 104 min. In Japanese with English subtitles. BW/Rtg: NR Shinobi No Mono 2: Vengeance (1963)An evil warlord, believing he has wiped out an entire population of skilled ninja fighters, doesn't suspect that a single survivor is preparing to thwart his goal of ruling Japan with an iron fist. This sequel to the 1962 martial arts classic offers plentiful ninja action, intrigue, and realistic historical details. Raizo Ichikawa, Shiho Fujimura star. 93 min. In Japanese with English subtitles. BW/Rtg: NR Shinobi No Mono 3: Resurrection (1963)The third thrilling installment of the renowned ninja-powered series follows the heroic Goemon (Raizo Ichikawa) as he prepares to revenge himself upon the evil warlord who attempted to kill him. Also seeking justice for the death of his son, the fearsome ninja employs the stealthy secrets of his trade to sabotage the ruler's power. Ayako Wakao, Saburo Date co-star. 86 min. In Japanese with English subtitles. BW/Rtg: NR Widescreen; Soundtrack: Japanese; Subtitles: English; featurettes; theatrical trailers. In Japanese with English subtitles.