Tornado: A Journey Through Samurai Shadows and English Grit

Prepare for a uniquely British take on the western genre, now mixed with elements of samurai intrigue in Tornado.

Lionsgate is renowned for backing visionary projects that can span the gamut from modest box office performances to international blockbusters. Their next venture, directed by Scotsman John Maclean, promises to continue that legacy.

The film boasts a captivating ensemble led by Tim Roth. Among the talented cast are:

• Takehiro Hira
• Kōki
• Jack Lowden
• Douglas Russell
• Rory McCann
• Jamie Michie

Set in the serene English countryside around 1790, the story focuses on a resolute young Japanese character, Tornado, who faces peril when a travelling samurai puppet show, originally led by their deceased father, collides with a band of relentless criminals headed by Sugarman and his determined son, Little Sugar. In a bid to craft a new future, Tornado seizes a risky chance by claiming the treasure from a recent heist. With the loss of their father deepening the peril, the protagonist races against time to evade a grim fate while seeking justice for the past.

While the official release date remains unannounced, enthusiasts can secure an exclusive early look at the movie by watching the debut trailer below.