The Grand Master
Based on the true story of master shogi player, Sankichi Sakata.
1948 1 hour 34 minutesBased on the true story of master shogi player, Sankichi Sakata.
1948 1 hour 34 minutes
Shogi, a Japanese form of chess, is a game that requires skill and determination. When poor sandal-maker Sakata decides to pursue his dream of becoming the Shogi Grand Master Champion, everything is at stake – including his family. What will it cost for Sakata to follow his passion?
18th October 1948
77 years ago
1 hour 34 minutes
Finishes at 7:13pm
7/10
80%
75%
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