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Seven Samurai

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RatingRatingRatingRatingRating5.0

DirectorAkira Kurosawa

ProducerSojiro Motoki

ScreenwriterShinobu Hashimoto, Akira Kurosawa, Hideo Oguni

DistributorColumbia Pictures

Release Date DateNov 19, 1956, Wide

LanguageJapanese

Runtime3h 28m

Introduction

A samurai answers a village's request for protection after he falls on hard times. The town needs protection from bandits, so the samurai gathers six others to help him teach the people how to defend themselves, and the villagers provide the soldiers with food. A giant battle occurs when 40 bandits attack the village.

Critics Reviews

Peter Bradshaw5

412

Oct 27, 2021
"Seven Samurai" masterfully showcases the resilience and resourcefulness of a village under siege. With unparalleled theatrical flair, it tells the story of a samurai who, facing hardship, answers a village's plea for protection from relentless bandits. He recruits six fellow warriors, and together they train the villagers in self-defense. The film builds to a climactic battle where 40 bandits launch a fierce attack. The sheer vigor and strength of this cinematic gem are awe-inspiring, with an energy that leaps off the screen like a flashing sword. Each scene reverberates with intensity, making it a timeless masterpiece.

Marjory Adams4.5

338

May 4, 2021
"Seven Samurai" is a remarkable film showcasing the mastery of Akira Kurosawa. The narrative follows a samurai who, after falling on hard times, responds to a village's plea for protection from bandits. He assembles six other samurais to train the villagers in self-defense, leading to a climactic battle against forty bandits. The movie excels in many aspects: the powerful performances of the actors, whose talents transcend borders; the meticulous build-up of suspense; the raw authenticity of the battle scenes, and the breathtaking beauty of the Japanese countryside. This film is a cinematic triumph that resonates universally.
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