
Battle at Honnôji Temple
Seen it?1908 | 12 min | Drama
Why it’s a Monday Morning Maybe
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Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- If you count yourself among anyone who loves a strong drama, this one's for you. Leaves you with something to think about.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Lets scenes breathe, at 12 min. Done before bedtime.
- What might put you off
- It's in Japanese, so expect subtitles (or a dub).
- Made in 1908: an older pace and style.
- Skip it if you need something light and fast tonight.
In 1908, Director/Producer Shozo Makino (father of Japanese cinema) directed and produced the first dramatic film in Kyoto. “Honnô-ji Gassen” was shot at Shinnyo-Do Temple. Considered a lost film.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsNot counted
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- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Reach & staying powerNot counted
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
Not enough engagement data yet
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Cast & crew
Directed by Shōzō Makino
- Ritoku ArashiMori Ranmaru
- Fukunosuke NakamuraOda Nobunaga