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Rating of
3.5/4
Logan D. McCoy - wrote on 06/17/2019
The iconic Kurosawa makes a 16th century war-pic with striking visuals and his classic filmmaking techniques.
Rating of
2.5/4
Yojimbo - wrote on 09/17/2012
Although I am a big Kurasawa fan, I found this one a little slow-moving and confused. There is still much to enjoy in the lavish battle sequences and artful direction though.
Rating of
4/4
mitchellyoung - wrote on 12/09/2011
This later Kurosawa film relies more on grave acting and themes than on the tongue-in-cheek humor the director displays in some of his earlier Samurai films. The cinematography is absolutely gorgeous and the story, though starting off somewhat mundane, builds into something touching and significant.
Rating of
4/4
Chris Kavan - wrote on 03/08/2007
It may not be on the same high pedastal as Ran or Seven Samurai, but Kagemusha is an amazing film that shares the stunning visual style of so many Kurosawa films. The characters again drive the film; the end leaves a lasting impression.
