Secrets of the Samurai Sword (2007): Cast
Secrets of the Samurai Sword is a 2007 documentary directed by John Wate, starring Rob Tinworth as Narrator and Takako Hayashi. It runs 53 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 53 min
- Director
- John Wate
- Genre
- Documentary
- Original language
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English - Studio
- PBS Digital Studios
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Secrets of the Samurai Sword About?
The premise of Secrets of the Samurai Sword without spoilers.
Nova, a PBS documentary, traces the making of a Japanese katana from raw iron ore to a finished masterpiece. Fifteen master artisans shape the blade while scientists detail the chemistry and physics of each stage, revealing why the sword is celebrated as a superb example of engineering.
Secrets of the Samurai Sword Themes & Keywords
· 15 tags- bow the weapon
- arrow
- saber
- katana
- quenching steel
- forge
- apprentice
- legend
- lehigh university
- sword fight
- periodic table
- charcoal
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- steel making
- furnace
- foil
Secrets of the Samurai Sword Cast & Characters
Rob Tinworth leads the cast as Narrator, with Takako Hayashi as Voice/Translator. Directed by John Wate.
- Director John Wate
- Rob Tinworth as Narrator
- Takako Hayashi as Voice/Translator
More from John Wate
One more film directed by John Wate: Samurai Headhunters.
Secrets of the Samurai Sword Also Known As
2 alternative titles: “Nova: Secrets of the Samurai Sword” and “Nova - Secrets of the Samurai Sword”.
- Also known as
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- Nova: Secrets of the Samurai Sword
- Nova - Secrets of the Samurai Sword
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Secrets of the Samurai Sword FAQ: Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Secrets of the Samurai Sword, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Secrets of the Samurai Sword?
Secrets of the Samurai Sword runs 53 minutes.
When was Secrets of the Samurai Sword released?
Secrets of the Samurai Sword was released on October 7, 2007.
Who directed Secrets of the Samurai Sword?
Secrets of the Samurai Sword was directed by John Wate.
More films by John Wate Who is in the cast of Secrets of the Samurai Sword?
Secrets of the Samurai Sword stars Rob Tinworth as Narrator and Takako Hayashi as Voice/Translator.
Does Secrets of the Samurai Sword have a post-credit scene?
No. Secrets of the Samurai Sword has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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