Yojimbo (1961)
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Product Details: Yojimbo (1961)
- Edition:
- DVD . See other editions
- MPAA Rating:
- Unrated
- Release Date:
- 01/09/2007
- UPC:
- 715515020824
- Directed by:
- Akira Kurosawa
- Featuring:
- Toshiro Mifune, Eijiro Tono (II), Kamatari Fujiwara (II). See all cast
Synopsis: Yojimbo (1961)
Synopis: In director Akira Kurosawa's comedic YOJIMBO, a masterless samurai, Sanjuro (Toshirô Mifune), wanders into a town divided by two warring clans. After displaying his formidable swordsmanship before both clans in a brawl with street thugs, Sanjuro offers his services to the highest bidder. When one clan conspires against him, the clever warrior switches his allegiance to the other side, with the ultimate goal of tricking the two equally despicable and foolish clans into exterminating each other. Sanjuro's authority is challenged, however, when Unosuke (Tatsuya Nakadai), a brother of one of the leaders, comes to town wielding a modern contraption: a gun. In the classic final showdown, the old world samurai is pitted against new world progress, and must use both his wits and physical prowess to survive. Perhaps Kurosawa's most overtly comic film, YOJIMBO easily ranks with the director's finest work. In this reconception of the Western, Mifune plays Sanjuro, the tough mercenary of few words, to perfection, often allowing his subtle movements and swift actions speak for him. Throughout the entire film, Sanjuro is vigilant yet stoic, conceding that he finds the scenario entertaining and absurd, and essentially has nothing to lose. Mifune's outstanding performance, combined with Kurosawa's expert direction and Kazuo Miyagawa's beautifully balanced photography, makes for one of the finest, and funniest, films in Japanese cinema.Features: Yojimbo (1961)
Features: DVD Features:Anamorphic Widescreen - 2.35
Audio:
Mono 1.0 - Japanese
Dolby Digital 3.0 - Japanese - Optional
Subtitles - English - Optional
Additional Release Material:
Audio Commentary - Stephen Prince
Short Film - "Akira Kurosawa: It Is Wonderful to Create"
Trailers - Theatrical Trailer
Text/Photo Galleries:
Stills/Photos
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User Reviews: Yojimbo
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Best Samurai Film I've Seen
, October 26, 2003Reviewer: The Highroller - See all The Highroller's reviews -
You really can't beat the original.
, January 18, 2000Reviewer: mgibster23 - See all mgibster23's reviewsThis is the movie a Fist Full of Dollars and the horrible Last Man Standing was based off of. A ronin wanders into a town besieged by two gambling gangs bent on destroying one another .The main character, Sanjuro, comes up with a plan to trick the two sides into destroying one another. The cinemetography is excellent and the acting of Toshiro Mifune as Sanjuro is very well done. Even if you're not a fan of Japanese movies I think this one can be enjoyed by all. ...
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Pros: Comedy, Hired Gun, Violent Sword Play
Cons: A little over the top villians, but still good for laughs
This movie is a classic samurai movie that I will add to my DVD collection. It has plenty of comedy from the main character, who doesn't take **** from anyone. Have sword, will travel, sometimes to the gang just across the street.
Recomended for those who like Spagetti Westerns and Last Man Standing.