International Cinema Series: “The Samurai and the Prisoner” (Japan) in St. Petersburg | Florida Events
International Cinema Series: “The Samurai and the Prisoner” (Japan). Directed by Kiyoshi Kurosawa (Japanese with English subtitles, 147 min., 2026) Set in 16th century Japan, this film follows Lord Murashige Araki who, besieged in his castle, confronts mysterious crimes and allies with imprisoned strategist Kanbei Kuroda to uncover the truth before his castle falls. Based on Honobu Yonezawa’s novel. **Note** Late arrivals will not be permitted to enter the theater. Sponsored by Letters Collegium, Film Studies, International Cinema. St. Petersburg.