Set in the declining years of the Edo period, this film follows Seibei Iguchi, a low-ranking samurai who struggles to support his family after the death of his wife. Despite his modest circumstances, Seibei, portrayed by Hiroyuki Sanada, is a skilled swordsman who becomes embroiled in a series of events that test his values and loyalty. Directed by Yôji Yamada, the film is noted for its poignant exploration of duty and personal sacrifice. It received critical acclaim and was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on 123Movies / Movies123.