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Seven Samurai (DVD, 1998, Criterion Collection)
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Set in 16th Century Japan, Akira Kurosawa's epic SEVEN SAMURAI follows the plight of a defenseless farming village that lives in constant fear of marauding bandits. The farmers know that when their crops are harvested, the thugs will attack, so four men go to town in hopes of employing samurai to fight for them. However, the poor villagers can merely offer payment in the form of shelter and a daily bowl of rice, and initially only Kambei (Takashi Shimura), a brave elder samurai, and his eager young apprentice, Katsushiro (Isao Kimura), take up their cause. Encountering various nomadic warriors on the streets, they slowly put together his team of swordsmen, recruiting Shichiroji (Daisuke Katô), Gorobei (Yoshio Inaba), Heihachi (Minoru Chiaki), and Kyuzo (Seiji Miyaguchi). Finally, Kikuchiyo (Toshirô Mifune), a scruffy wanderer who has been trailing them, completes the small band of ronin. However, upon reaching the village, the samurai learn that the farmers fear them as much the enemy. Despite the tensions, Kambei and his men slowly train the peasants to defend their village. Eventually the warriors launch a preemptive strike against the bandits, and begin a series of intense conflicts that culminates in a rain-soaked final battle--without a doubt, one of the most stunning sequences in cinema history.Widely considered to be the greatest Japanese film ever made, Kurosawa's SEVEN SAMURAI is also credited with pioneering the modern action movie. This notion is especially evident in thrilling scenes such as Kambei's rescue of a kidnapped child, Kyuzo's duel, and Kikuchiyo's intensive theft of an enemy gun. Although the film clocks in at more than three hours, the story remains consistently engaging and slowly heightens the tension while providing action, drama, comic relief, and character development. Gleefully running amuck, Mifune gives one of his most renowned performances, imbuing the often comical Kikuchiyo with a surprising streak of melancholy and introspection. However, it is Shimura that anchors the entire film as the thoughtful and courageous Kambei, who stoically takes on the leadership of an almost impossible task. A monumental achievement in filmmaking, Kurosawa's SEVEN SAMURAI is cinematic perfection in nearly every aspect, giving the production its much-deserved status as one of the best films ever created.Product Identifiers
UPC0037429121726
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Product Key Features
ActorToshirã´ Mifune, Takashi Shimura
EditionCriterion Collection
RatingNR
DirectorAkira Kurosawa
FormatDVD
Release Year1998
GenreForeign Language
Sub-GenreJapanese
Additional Product Features
Region CodeRegion 1
Number of Discs1
Country/Region of ManufactureJapan
Display FormatCriterion Collection
Leading RoleToshirô Mifune, Takashi Shimura
Film CountryJapan
Release Date19980421
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- 04 Jun, 2022
Classic Film
This classic Japanese movie has English subtitles. It's 3 1/2 hours long, but the time seems to fly. This is the movie that inspired the Magnificant Seven.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 14 Jun, 2016
Akira Kurosawa's "Seven Samurai" - Review
At first, I didn't know what to make of this film. I felt that the pacing was too slow, and the scenery less attractive. However, after constantly researching this movie, I discovered the heart of a gifted filmmaker. Kurosawa is all about composition (or composing movement) In most of his films, there is certain weather in the background that creates effect. I've learned that this is what critics look for in great movies, including Roger Ebert. There is a lot more to a Kurosawa film than you think. Today, Seven Samurai is one of my favorite films, and it has taught me a lot. The greatest gift that Akira Kurosawa can give to an audience is the Art of Cinema. The movie has inspired many filmmakers like; George Lucas, Steven Spielberg, Martin Scorsese, Francis Ford Coppola, and actor/Richard Gere. Watch it and be amazed. それを見て、 amazaedします。 -Jonathan J. Costner/Filmmaker and viewer of filmsVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 17 Jun, 2023
Must watch
Firstly, this film isn’t for everyone. E.G., if you find yourself getting amped up for the newest marvel movie, you’re best advised to skip this. However, I’d you’re interested in film making and appreciate true story telling, then this film is for you. This is easily one of the greatest films ever made. True, the acting takes some getting used to; and the film is quite long. But, if you can accept those things for what they are (it’s not hard) the cinematography and directing is first class.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 30 Nov, 2021
A classic that endures!
This film is the quintessential samurai film, as well as an Akira Kurosawa masterpiece, starring his most reliable actors Toshiro Mifune and Takashi Shimura. If you have never seen it, you are in for excitement, humor, and dramatic moments. Even at its considerable length, it flows and is entertaining all along the way. Some of the subtitles come and go so quickly that I had to rewind and watch again, but this film could almost be enjoyed without captions, just following the actions on the screen. This film was re-done in the states as the Western titled The Magnificent Seven.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 03 Nov, 2021
Great acting, great story. A classic.
One of the best directed movies by Kurosawa Akira. Outstanding performance by Toshiro Mifune.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 06 Dec, 2016
one of the classics must seen.
i have seen this movie a long time ago, still entertain and always found little details that I have missed seeing it the last time, quality of merchandise is very good,considering its been used. thanks for a good item that I will add to my collection.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 23 Jun, 2021
Excellent film.
A great story. Many movies have been based on this film.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 16 Oct, 2023
it is worth your time
wonderful old movie- basic good vs evilVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 20 Dec, 2017
One of the all time best
This is the movie that "the Magnificent Seven" was based on. Reviewed by many as one of the best movies of all time.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 02 May, 2024
It worked well and for a good price
It worked well and for a good priceVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
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