Movie Details
- Status: Released
- Movie Tagline: Live by the code. Die by the code.
- Genres: Crime, Drama
- Release Date: 1999-06-02
- Runtime: 116.0 min
- Budget: $2.0 million
- Revenue: $9.4 million
- Production Companies: Plywood Productions, Bac Films, Degeto Film, Canal+-Pandora Film, JVC
Cast & Crew
Forest Whitaker, John Tormey, Isaach De Bankolé, Cliff Gorman, Henry Silva, Tricia Vessey, Victor Argo, Camille Winbush, Gene Ruffini, Richard Portnow, Frank Minucci, Dennis Liu, Frank Adonis, Damon Whitaker, Kenny Guay, Vince Viverito, Gano Grills, Touché Cornel, Jamie Hector, Chuck Jeffreys, Yan Ming Shi, Joseph Rigano, Roberto Lopez, Salvatore Alagna, Jerry Todisco, Dreddy Kruger, Timbo King, Clay Da Raider, Dead and Stinking, Deflon Sallahr, Gary Farmer, Clebert Ford, José Rabelo, Jerry Sturiano, Tony Rigo, Alfred Nittoli, Angel Caban, Luz Valentin, Renee Bluestone, Jordan Peck, Jonathan Teague Cook, Tracy Howe, Vanessa Hollingshead, Sharon Angela, RZA, Vinny Vella
Synopsis – What to Expect from “Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai”
Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai is a 1999 crime drama film directed by Jim Jarmusch. The film follows the story of Ghost Dog (Forest Whitaker), a solitary African-American contract killer who follows the ancient code of the samurai.
The story begins with Ghost Dog living a solitary life in an urban environment, working as a contract killer for the Mafia. He follows the ancient code of the samurai, which guides his every move and dictates his life. He is a loner, living in the shadows, and rarely interacts with anyone other than his employer, Louie (John Tormey).
One day, Ghost Dog is sent to assassinate a rival mob boss, but he fails and is now being hunted by the Mafia. As he tries to evade them, he meets a young girl named Pearline (Camille Winbush) who helps him in his quest. He also meets Raymond (Isaach De Bankolé), a Haitian ice cream vendor who teaches him about the ways of the samurai.
With the help of his newfound friends, Ghost Dog begins to understand the true meaning of the samurai code and how it applies to his own life. He learns to become a master of his own destiny and finds the courage to stand up to his enemies. In the end, Ghost Dog is able to escape his pursuers and live a life of freedom and honor.
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