This wonderful movie stars the great Toshiro Mifune as the leader of this family in feudal Japan. And, despite starring Mr. Mifune, it is NOT an Akira Kurasawa film! The patriarch, Mifune, is in a tough spot. His son has been ordered to divorce the wife he loves and marry another by his warlord. But, showing uncharacteristic courage, he refuses repeatedly. This was indeed an unusual thing as it flew in the face of the code of Bushido, which emphasized blind loyalty. Initially, Mifune tries to make his son see reason until ultimately, he agrees with his son to stand against this injustice. How this is handled ultimately is for you to see for yourself. However, great acting, writing and direction make this a must see.