Epic Ninja Film

Visionary director Kazuaki Kiriya's newest period epic Goemon will screen at ACMI Saturday May 8 – Sunday May 30. The film draws on the 16th Century Japanese folk legend of Goemon Ishikawa a ninja bandit hero who - similarly to Robin Hood - stole valuables from the rich and gave them to the poor.

Over time he has become a much loved figure in Japan, being the inspiration for many Kabuki plays and even having a dedicated video game series. Kiriya takes the seeds of the legend and builds around them an epic tale of heroism and sacrifice.

To win one of three double passes to see the film this Saturday May 8, tell us in the comments box below why you want to see this ninja epic.

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