For me anything with Toshiro Mifune and directed by Akira Kurosawa.
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The 4-1/2 hour version of "Chushingura" . . . a film about the true story of 47 samurai who avenged their lord's death. Thankfully, it's broken up into two parts.
In a much less serious vein, any of the "Zatoichi" series . . . he's a blind masseur who's an expert swordsman . . . his sword is hidden in his cane. Just for fun . . . very, uh, earthy. [FYI "Blind Fury" (1989) plays upon this same theme. Rutger Hauer plays a vet who got blinded in Vietnam and learned his martial arts skills in Asia.]Born in Hawaii, too - Truss me
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Originally posted by Palama KidThe 4-1/2 hour version of "Chushingura" . . . a film about the true story of 47 samurai who avenged their lord's death. Thankfully, it's broken up into two parts.
In a much less serious vein, any of the "Zatoichi" series . . . he's a blind masseur who's an expert swordsman . . . his sword is hidden in his cane. Just for fun . . . very, uh, earthy. [FYI "Blind Fury" (1989) plays upon this same theme. Rutger Hauer plays a vet who got blinded in Vietnam and learned his martial arts skills in Asia.]
excellent choices, palama kid. the 47 ronin story is really exceptional.
another movie to consider is 'the twilight samurai'. saw it at one of the hon film festivals and thoroughly enjoyed it.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...v=glance&n=130525,600 minutes, 525,000 moments so dear. 525,600 minutes - how do you measure, measure a year?
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Originally posted by chriscolladoFor me anything with Toshiro Mifune and directed by Akira Kurosawa.
I started watching the Taiga Dramas on KIKU-TV on Sunday nights with my kids when they were airing the "Musashi" series, which I LOVED, (as did my now-18-year-old son, who is Samurai/anime/manga-obsessed) ... I also loved "Shinsengumi" after that ... I couldn't get into the "Yoshitsune" series though.
I now have a Sunday evening Sopranos habit ... at least for a couple/few more weeks.
One of the Blockbusters I go to had a circa-1950s flick, called Musashi, I think, starring Mifune-san* ... but it was a three-volume set and they only carry Vol. 1! Worse, they couldn't tell via their computer if sister-stores nearby had other volumes. What's THAT about? Grr.
*Maybe it was called Samurai and Mifune PLAYED Musashi -- I can't remember now.**************************************
I know a lot less than what there is to be known.
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Originally posted by Erika Engle
I started watching the Taiga Dramas on KIKU-TV on Sunday nights with my kids when they were airing the "Musashi" series, which I LOVEDI really loved the sets and background scenery they used, too. And although Musashi/Takezo was the main focus, my favorite character had to be the good-hearted but hilarious Matahachi.
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Zatoichi
Lone Wolf and Cub series
Sabu (this is a Takashi Miike film)
Ummm...I need to go look at our movie collection. We collect Asian cinema...you know horror, thrillers, dramas, kung fu. You name it. I think we're up over 400 dvds at this point.
If you're looking for a good site, check out www.asiancultcinema.com
They have loads of Asian movies, samurai included.
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flying snow, having so many dvds, you're probably familiar with this one: lady snowblood.
i got interested in this one after thoroughly enjoying kill bill cuz terantino mentioned it as an influencing movie.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...v=glance&n=130525,600 minutes, 525,000 moments so dear. 525,600 minutes - how do you measure, measure a year?
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Originally posted by alohabearThe Hidden Fortress . A classic that inspired Star Wars.
wow. i had no idea! thanks for the tip; will do a search tonight.525,600 minutes, 525,000 moments so dear. 525,600 minutes - how do you measure, measure a year?
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Originally posted by flying snowOooo! I SO want those movies, shaveice. At least I believe it's more than just the one, yeah?
I should start another thread...
there is a kind of sequel; here's the link:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...v=glance&n=130
read the reviews (scroll down); personally, i agree with one person that i found the original movie more satisfying.
if my memory isn't shot to pieces, i believe the original dvd is available at the diamond head video shop in kapahulu...525,600 minutes, 525,000 moments so dear. 525,600 minutes - how do you measure, measure a year?
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Originally posted by Erika EngleOne of the Blockbusters I go to had a circa-1950s flick, called Musashi, I think, starring Mifune-san* ... but it was a three-volume set and they only carry Vol. 1! Worse, they couldn't tell via their computer if sister-stores nearby had other volumes. What's THAT about? Grr.
*Maybe it was called Samurai and Mifune PLAYED Musashi -- I can't remember now.
Samurai: Musashi Miyamoto
Samurai II: Duel at Ichijoji Temple
Samurai III: Duel on Ganryu Island
I think its one of the better Musashi stories.
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