1 Nov 2003 Japan 1961 110 min Director: Akira Kurosawa Sanjuro, a masterless Samurai, wanders into a town divided by two warring factions. After proving his formidable swordsmanship in a street brawl, he sells his services to the highest bidder. When one clan conspires against him he switches sides and begins to trick the foolish… Continue reading Yojimbo
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Rashomon
01 Dec 10 Director: Akira Kurosawa Japan 1950 88 min Kurosawa’s epic samurai movies inspired such films as The Magnificent Seven, Star Wars and A Fistful of Dollars with their meticulously planned shots and expansive cinematography. This brilliantly executed early masterpiece is based on the challenging premise that truth can be subjective. The viewer witnesses… Continue reading Rashomon