One of the greatest works of art I have ever seen...

Rating: 10/10 (14 August 2012)

I recently saw this film for the first time last week because I had heard from many that this was one of Kurosawa's if not THE best. I sat down in front of my television and nearly three hours later my jaw was hanging down to the floor in amazement at the story that had just unfolded in front of my eyes. I was speechless. I knew Kurosawa was great having seen Seven Samurai many times and having adored Rashomon but this was something else entirely. To give away any plot points or any set pieces would just spoil it for you, the viewer, so I will refrain from going into a geek induced love letter but rest assured, those of you lucky few who have yet to experience this film for the first time, it will dazzle and dumbfound you with it's power, beauty and awe. Brilliant.
10/10