Kabei, Our Mother

Kabei, Our Mother (2008) Directed by Yoji Yamada, Written by Yoji Yamada, Hiromatsu Emiko, adapted from the authobiography of Nogami Teruyo.

I liked it very much despite the fact that the lead actress looked a bit old for the title role. I liked the set design and art direction and also the chemistry among the cast. This director handles melodrama and his actors well. Twilight Samurai is still my fave among his films followed closely by Bushi no Ichibun, I liked Kabei better than The Hidden Blade.