School Wars: Hero

2004 • 1h 58m • Drama

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

Ritsu Yamada, Toshimichi Saeki

Status

Released