SEVEN SAMURAI Akira Kurosawa (1954); DVD
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SEVEN SAMURAI Akira Kurosawa (1954); DVD
Classic/Cult/Asian DVD, Used
Akira Kurosawa’s masterpiece… The Japanese equivalent to Orson Welles’ Citizen Kane. Not only Kurosawa’s most well known film, but the most widely recognized Japanese film ever made. This movie will forever be known as a milestone in motion picture history. In 1954, Kurosawa made foreign film history with Seven Samurai. Everything about this film is absolutely terrific. The film lasts around 3 1/2 hours, and every minute of it is unbelievable filmmaking. Kurosawa’s blend of stellar craft, captivating cinematography, ravishing art direction, and unforgettable characters makes this one of the most intelligent films ever made.A veteran samurai, who has fallen on hard times, answers a village’s request for protection from bandits. He gathers 6 other samurai to help him, and they teach the townspeople how to defend themselves, and they supply the samurai with three small meals a day. The film culminates in a giant battle when 40 bandits attack the village.
