Movie

School Wars: Hero (2004)

• September 18, 2004
• 1h 58m

• Drama

Overview

Set in the mid-1970s, the film is based on the true story of Yoshiharu Yamaguchi, a teacher and former Japanese international rugby union player, who turned-around a failing high school in Kyoto, giving special attention to the rugby team, which included the most disruptive students among its members.

Director

Ikuo Sekimoto

Writers

Toshimichi Saeki, Ritsu Yamada, Yoshiharu Yamaguchi

Starring

Shôei, Emi Wakui, Asahi Uchida