One of the most thrilling movie epics of all time, Seven Samurai (Shichinin no samurai) tells the story of a sixteenth-century village whose desperate inhabitants hire the eponymous warriors to protect them from invading bandits. This three-hour ride from Akira Kurosawa (Rashomon, Yojimbo, Ran) - featuring legendary actors Toshiro Mifune (Stray Dog, Yojimbo) and Takashi Shimura (Ikiru, The Hidden Fortress) - seamlessly weaves philosophy and entertainment, delicate human emotions and relentless action, into a rich, evocative, and unforgettable tale of courage and hope.
Special Features: Audio Commentaries by Film Scholars, Audio Commentary by Michael Jeck, Documentary on the Making of Seven Samurai, "My Life in Cinema" Video Conversation with Oshima and Kurosawa, Origins and Influences Documentary, Theatrical Trailers and Teaser, Gallery of Rare Posters and Behind-the-Scenes and Production Stills, Booklet.
Spoken Languages: Japanese, English subtitles. |
