47 Ronin actors Keanu Reeves, Hiroyuki Sanada plug movie's world premiere in Tokyo

Keanu Reeves praised Japanese actor Hiroyuki Sanada, calling him "Master" in a press conference held in Tokyo in advance of the world premiere of the movie 47 Ronin on Monday. The movie premiered in Japan today.

In addition to director Carl Erik Rinsch and Reeves, who is visiting Japan for the first time in five years, Japanese actors Hiroyuki Sanada, Jin Akanishi and Kou Shibasaki, making her Hollywood debut in 47 Ronin, were also present at the star-studded event.

During the press conference, Reeves praised Hiroyuki Sanada, constantly refering to him as "Shisyou," which means "Master." He further praised Hiroyuki Sanada as a gentleman and an extremely talented artist.

Sanada in turn praised Keanu Reeves, noting that he is humble and shy and possesses the samurai spirit because he's hard on himself but gentle with others.

47 Ronin, based on the classic Chushingura, or "loyalty," story of the same name, will be released worldwide on December 6.

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[ShinSeikiEvan]

I'd be curious to hear the Japanese reaction to this movie.  Looks like a total mess.

[FoxBat]

Yes! not to worry? next Keenu Reeves1964 & Hiroyuki Sanada1960 will duel megat ainuddin1961 & dato' Michelle Yeoh1963 frm Malaysia in " Silat Warrior" epic film also Donnie Yen1963, Van Damme1960 & co. star Last Samurai Tom Cruise1962. While Jet Li1963 yet to confirm. Silat now !? all these good looks early 60's martial artist oldies.