SEVEN SAMURAI (DVD/RE-ISSUE) SEVEN SAMURAI

SEVEN SAMURAI (DVD/RE-ISSUE) SEVEN SAMURAI

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Akira Kurosawa's Seven Samurai (Shichinin no Samurai) is widely regarded as one of the most cherished movie epics in cinematic history. Set in a sixteenth-century village, the film depicts the desperate plight of its inhabitants who hire a group of skilled warriors to defend them against marauding bandits. With a runtime of three hours, the movie skillfully blends thought-provoking philosophy with captivating entertainment, effectively exploring the depths of human emotions and delivering intense action sequences. The stellar performances of renowned actors Toshiro Mifune and Takashi Shimura further enhance the film's rich and unforgettable narrative, conveying themes of bravery and optimism. This edition offers a newly restored, high-definition digital transfer, accompanied by a newly translated English subtitle track. Notable bonus features include insightful commentaries by esteemed scholars David Desser, Joan Mellen, Donald Richie, and Stephen Prince, as well as commentary by Japanese film expert Michael Jeck. Additionally, the release includes a 50-minute making-of documentary titled "Akira Kurosawa: It Is Wonderful To Create," a two-hour conversation between Kurosawa and Nagisa Oshima, and a new documentary exploring the origins and influences of Seven Samurai. The package is further complemented by theatrical trailers, teaser materials, and enlightening essays contributed by Peter Cowie, Philip Kemp, Kenneth Turan, and Sidney Lumet.

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