A Hellish Paradise

Rating: 8/10 (5 June 2019)

Ran is all about contradictions. Its vibrant colors may lead some to believe that it will be a light movie that simply delights with looks. They would be wrong. Through its vibrancy, Ran further accentuates its macabre subject matter and unadulterated violence, giving it all a dark sense of beauty.
Kurosawa masterfully interweaves Shakespearan drama (appropriate, as the film is an adaptation of King Lear), epic action, and spectacular visuals, making for an an incredible film.
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