Since Akira Kurosawa is often accused of being "too Western" in his approach, can you suggest some Samurai films in the more "traditional" Japanese style for contrast?
I'd prefer films that are readily available in the U.S.A.
2006-06-08 07:26:31 · 13 answers · asked by rabb_eye 2 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Movies
Akira Kurosawa has been accused of being "too Western" in his story-telling approach. Can you suggest some more "traditional" Japanese samurai films for contrast?
2006-06-08 09:00:19 · update #1
mrvk70,
Yup, Yojimbo's great! Be sure also to see Sanjuro, which also features that same main character! However, both of these are Kurosawa films.
2006-06-13 17:44:18 · update #2
There's a movie that came out about 1 to 3 years ago called The Last Samurai. I don't know if that's what your looking for, but to me it seems like traditional Japanese style.
2006-06-08 07:39:39 · answer #1 · answered by JCIV 1 · 0⤊ 2⤋
The 7 Samurai
2006-06-22 07:01:09 · answer #2 · answered by maria56_1956 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have it the other way around. Many westerns were heavily influenced by Akira Kurosawa's films. Besides, if you're interested in historical accuracy, go with Kurosawa. Seven Samurai is an incredible artistic masterpiece.
Edit: Hmm...Well, no, I can't. All I know is that he is an incredible filmmaker who has created many artistic masterpieces, and either way, his films are very historically accurate.
2006-06-08 08:06:04 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I`m not sure if they are "traditional" but I have come to enjoy the Zatoichi movies staring Shintaro Katsu. They are available at Netflix ,DVD Empire,and Blockbuster on line . for rent and purchase. Give them a try. The movies started in 1972 and went until I think 1989. Most made in the 70s, great acting great sword work and an addictive storyline . Katsu was very loved in Japan,there was also on DVD a T.V show of the same name Zatoichi.
2006-06-22 06:22:15 · answer #4 · answered by Yakuza 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is an samurai films series called the Bear and Cub (I think that is the name - it's really old and rarely shown). I've seen a couple of times and it's is pretty good. It's about a samurai who finds a baby. I don't think that the baby ever grew up at all in either movie. The samurai basically took care of the baby and kicked butt.
2006-06-21 12:37:25 · answer #5 · answered by moonguardianluna 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
"The King & I" is an old Classic! Excellent movie, for its time! All Samurai, and a little love story, with it!! Good movie! Came out in the 70s!! It was so long ago, that I saw it I cant remember the stars names... Because, I think he's dead, now. Or he just hasn't done much Hollywood films, since. I believe it was the guy who played that cop with the lolipop always in his mouth, in a series in the 70s. Kojak? I think it was Kojak, who was the star in "The King & I. So, if you ever watched, that series, you'll know his real name. Sorry, wish I could be of better help. Good-Luck!
2006-06-20 04:36:56 · answer #6 · answered by Hmg♥Brd 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Shichinin no samurai (1954) - The Seven Samurai.
Directed by: Akira Kurosawa
I know he is called too Western but I love his movies.
www.ninjadojo.com - click on the picture when it first comes up and select samurai. BINGO. I don't know if this helps but it gives quite an extensive list of movies.
2006-06-20 12:37:33 · answer #7 · answered by katkonig 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Quentin Tarantino film Kill Bill Volume I and Volume II portrays quite well the traditional concepts of Samurai honor and vengeance.
2006-06-22 07:27:12 · answer #8 · answered by Jaydt 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Herbie Goes Bananas
2006-06-15 12:17:51 · answer #9 · answered by bbcranks 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I saw a great one in black and white - english subtitles called Yojimbo. Got it from Netflix.
2006-06-13 17:05:48 · answer #10 · answered by mrvk70 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋