Akira Kurosawa

Seven Samurai (1954)

Join Jim and A.Ron as they examine the classic film by Akira Kurosawa, Seven Samurai (1954). The influence of Seven Samurai echoes through film history, and it is no surprise why. Listen in as Jim and A.Ron discuss the complexity of the characters, the messages of the story, and the cultural commentary. Thank you to Michael for commissioning this episode!

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Ikiru (1952)

Akira Kurosawa’s somber film, Ikiru, ponders the meaning of life and death. A businessman with terminal cancer navigates his way through bureaucracy and family dynamics while trying to figure out the best way to use his remaining time. This is a film to return to every so often as it will take on different meaning for you in different points of your life.
Thank you Michael for commissioning this podcast!

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