Baian the Assassin (1990)
Original title: 仕掛人 藤枝梅安スペシャル
Baian the Assassin is a 1990 Japanese-language movie directed by Keiichirō Yoshida, with a running time of 1h 35m. It stars Ken Watanabe, Isao Hashizume and Jun Miho.
Fujieda Baian is admired during the day as a skilled acupuncturist. However, his nighttime persona is that of a highly skilled assassin. For money, he eliminates those whose existence is considered harmful, quietly disposing of them. One night, Baian is mistaken for another doctor by the young swordsman Kosugi Jūgorō and is attacked. He manages to avoid harm, but the doctor Kosugi originally intended to target is connected to the assassination target assigned by Baian’s boss, Hanzaemon Otowa. Baian and his companion Hikojiro begin investigating their target, Chōbei Izuyaya, the owner of a candle shop...
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What is Baian the Assassin about?
Fujieda Baian is admired during the day as a skilled acupuncturist. However, his nighttime persona is that of a highly skilled assassin. For money, he eliminates those whose existence is considered harmful, quietly disposing of them. One night, Baian is mistaken for another doctor by the young swordsman Kosugi Jūgorō and is attacked. He manages to avoid harm, but the doctor Kosugi originally intended to target is connected to the assassination target assigned by Baian’s boss, Hanzaemon Otowa. Baian and his companion Hikojiro begin investigating their target, Chōbei Izuyaya, the owner of a candle shop...
When was Baian the Assassin released?
Baian the Assassin was released on 26 December 1990.
How long is Baian the Assassin?
Baian the Assassin runs 1h 35m.
Who made Baian the Assassin?
Baian the Assassin was directed by Keiichirō Yoshida.