The Floating Castle (2012)

Other name: のぼうの城, Nobo no Shiro, Nobou no Shiro

Description:

Set in the tumultuous year 1590, "The Floating Castle" plunges audiences into a pivotal moment as the powerful daimyo Hideyoshi Toyotomi intensifies his relentless quest to unify all of Japan. His grand ambition hits a monumental obstacle: the legendary Oshi Castle, an impenetrable floating fortress. Standing against Toyotomi's overwhelming force of 20,000 seasoned warriors is Nagachika Narita, the valiant leader tasked with defending Oshi Castle with his meager army of just 500 men. This epic historical drama showcases a breathtaking battle of wits and courage, where the desperate few must devise extraordinary strategies to defend their unique stronghold against an empire-building titan. Witness the ultimate test of resilience as a small garrison fights for survival, defying unimaginable odds.

Director: Higuchi Shinji [樋口真嗣] and Inudo Isshin [犬童一心]

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2012

Genre:Action; Historical