Seven Samurai (1954) is an Akira Kurosawa classic that is in my DVD collection that I recently rewatched on MAX. The storyline follows a town desperate for help that is broke due to regular attacks by local bandits. They decide to pool their funds together and put out a false claim that they will pay 💰 a significant sum of money for help fighting the bandits. A team of samurai form in hopes of saving the city and getting the money for a new start in life.
As previously referenced, this movie is directed by Akira Kurosawa (The Hidden Fortress) and stars Toshiro Mifune (Yojimbo), Takashi Shimura (Ikiru), Keiko Tsushima (Sincere Heart), Seiji Miyaguchi (Throne of Blood) and Kamatari Fujiwara (Ikiru).
This is an inspiring tale with fun characters that are easy to root for and have a worthwhile cause. There's a nice blend of hope, comedy, tragedy and triumph as the film unfolds. The script is brilliant as chemistry is built between the characters and the daunting circumstances unfold. The recruiting and training scenes are legendary and the sword fights at the end are tremendous. The storyline is intricate but perfectly paced despite the long run time. The conclusion is both sad and rewarding.
Overall, this is a cinematic masterpiece that is an absolute must see. I would score this a 10/10 and strongly recommend it.
As previously referenced, this movie is directed by Akira Kurosawa (The Hidden Fortress) and stars Toshiro Mifune (Yojimbo), Takashi Shimura (Ikiru), Keiko Tsushima (Sincere Heart), Seiji Miyaguchi (Throne of Blood) and Kamatari Fujiwara (Ikiru).
This is an inspiring tale with fun characters that are easy to root for and have a worthwhile cause. There's a nice blend of hope, comedy, tragedy and triumph as the film unfolds. The script is brilliant as chemistry is built between the characters and the daunting circumstances unfold. The recruiting and training scenes are legendary and the sword fights at the end are tremendous. The storyline is intricate but perfectly paced despite the long run time. The conclusion is both sad and rewarding.
Overall, this is a cinematic masterpiece that is an absolute must see. I would score this a 10/10 and strongly recommend it.