The Giants

The Giants

2021/07/01 • Released • English, Japanese

Documentary
8.3
N/A

Overview

We follow the epic lives of sumo legends who made it from humble beginnings in Hawaii, to becoming the first foreigners to rise to the highest ranks in sumo. Starting with Takamiyama who paved the path for Konishiki, Akebono, and Musashimaru who soon followed and ignited sumo fandom around the world. As diplomats for the sport and Japanese culture, these 600 pound outsiders share their hero’s journey from a small Hawaiian village, to having God-like adulation from fans across the world.

Director : J. LaLonde

Casts

Konishiki

Takamiyama

Akebono

Musashimaru

Musashimaru

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