Akira Kurosawa's Seven Samurai (1954)

Import from South Korea - SOUTH KOREA DOES MUCH OF THE WORLD'S DVD REMASTERING FOR THE MAJOR STUDIOS - One of the most beloved movie epics of all time. Akira Kurosawa's Seven Samurai (Shichinin no samurai) is the story of a sixteenth-century tormented village that hires seven out-of-work warriors to protect them from invading bandits. A three hour roller coaster -- featuring legendary actors Toshiro Mifune and Takashi Shimura -- magnificently weaves philosophy and entertainment, volatile human emotions and relentless action into a rich, evocative, and unforgettable tale of courage and hope. Product Description

My husband loved it...

My husband remembered this movie from way back and mentioned if I ever saw it to get it for him. He loved it! July 21, 2008

A classic

Kurasawa is a legend. This movie is why. If you haven't seen it, then you are missing on of the greatest action movies of all time and the work of a master. January 19, 2008

This Version

I will only review this particular DVD because this film is one of those classics that was so instrumental in filmmaking that it has become so much more than a "movie." Beyond the masterfully written screenplay & past the deft performances of the ensemble, this film is watched over and over by the megalopolis that is the cluster of great filmmakers of the 70s, 80s, 90s and today to keeps Kurosawa's vision fresh in their own heads.

This DVD has no special features. It is simply the theatrical version... obviously... if u can afford the criterion collection... that's the way to go... but... if ur an aspiring/struggling filmmaker... & u can do what the greats do... which is... the week before you start shooting... you watch The Cinematic Formula (The Searchers + It's A Wonderful Life + Lawrence of Arabia + Seven Samurai).

Good luck... see you on the festival circuit!
May 7, 2007

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