Its’ the early 1950s and just outside Tokyo, a jidei-geki (period drama) samurai movie is about to begin production.
By a little persistence and a stroke of good luck, an ex-criminal, Nanshu, born from the slums of Tokyo, is cast as one of the lead Samurai.
All set and ready to go, Nanshu is betting it all that this role will make him the greatest actor in the History of Japan. But little does he know, the Director is having doubts about his choice.
Soon, this stroke of good luck will test Nanshu’s spirit and take him on an emotional journey that will change him forever.
The audition will take place at:
American Film Institute (afi.com) 2021 N. Western Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90012