Hanzo the Razor: Sword of Justice (1972)

In the heart of Edo, Hanzo stands as an unconventional officer, revered not only for his unwavering integrity but also for his unique self-discipline and the unexpected fame of his love shaft. His sword, a symbol of justice, cuts through the city's crime like a hot knife through butter. Amidst the sporadic attempts of his magistrate to cleanse the city of its vagrants, a startling revelation captures Hanzo's attention - a notorious killer, once confined to an island prison, is inexplicably missing. Did he manage to outsmart his captors and escape, or was he never truly there? As Hanzo embarks on a quest for truth, his path intertwines with the magistrate's mistress, a woman whose past is tainted with a dangerous liaison with the missing killer. As he delves deeper, Hanzo uncovers unsettling political undercurrents, hinting at corruption seeping from the highest echelons of power. In his relentless pursuit of truth, Hanzo employs unconventional means, resorting to sexual assault to extract information from the mistress and later, from the cherished confidante of Edo's most formidable woman. The stakes rise precipitously as Hanzo teeters on the edge of a precipice, with powerful forces waiting to either end his career or his life. Can he unravel the sinister truth before it consumes him? Hanzo's story is a riveting blend of intrigue, suspense, and unexpected twists, urging the viewers to keep their eyes glued to the screen till the very end.

Hanzo the Razor: Sword of Justice is an action movie featuring Shintarō Katsu.

Hanzo the Razor: Sword of Justice is currently streaming on Criterion Channel and Max Amazon Channel.