Cine-Asia have announced the UK DVD and Blu-Ray releases of 'Yamada - Way Of The Samurai' (AKA 'The Samurai Of Ayothaya') for the 30th January, 2012. Based on a real historical figure, the film depicts the life of a Japanese adventurer who gained considerable influence in Thailand.
Synopsis
Set in the ancient Kingdom of Ayothaya, this incredible true story brings to life the adventures of Yamada Nagamasa, a young Japanese Samurai warrior, who gave up his homeland to protect the sovereignty of the Thai people. Betrayed and left for dead by treacherous Japanese forces, he finds a new family in a remote village and masters the devastating fighting art of Muay Boran (Thai boxing). Fearless, he ascends to the royal bodyguard of King Naresuan The Great, but will soon face his greatest ever battle against the elite Japanese warriors he once regarded as brothers...
Features
Audio Commentary by Bey Logan
Masters of the Ring Cine Asia Exclusive featurette
Deleted Scenes
Trailer Gallery
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Artwork and trailer are below, and you can preorder both versions now from Amazon.co.uk.
