Hanzo the Razor: Sword of Justice vs The Message
The Message has the higher audience score (8.5/10 against 6.3/10 for Hanzo the Razor: Sword of Justice). Hanzo the Razor: Sword of Justice is the shorter watch at 1h 34m compared with 3h 26m. Hanzo the Razor: Sword of Justice is the older of the two (1972 against 1976). Both are action, drama movies, so they suit a similar mood.
| Hanzo the Razor: Sword of Justice | The Message | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 6.3/10 | ★ 8.5/10 |
| Year | 1972 | 1976 |
| Length | 1h 34m | 3h 26m |
| Genres | Action, Drama | Action, Adventure, Drama, History |
| Country | – | Algeria |
| Director | Kenji Misumi | Moustapha Akkad |
| Main cast | Renji Ishibashi, Yukiji Asaoka, Shintarō Katsu, Mari Atsumi, Kō Nishimura | Damien Thomas, Martin Benson, Abdallah Ghaith, Ali Ahmed Salem, Mohamed El Arabi |
Synopsis
Hanzo the Razor: Sword of Justice
Fearless Edo-period police inspector Hanzo Itami, nicknamed The Razor, has developed his own unique way of extracting information for his inquiries. His first adventure sees him investigating his superior officer's mistress, whom he suspects of having ties with a reputed criminal on the loose.
The Message
In sixth-century Mecca, Prophet Muhammad receives his first revelation from God as a messenger. Three years later, he's not alone in his quest and publicly declares his prophecy. Muhammad is fought by Abu Sufian and his wife Hind, rulers of Mecca. Muhammad's followers are hunted and tortured but he continues his calling.
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