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# Seven Samurai (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]

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Product Description One of the most thrilling movie epics of all time, Seven Samurai (Shichinin no samurai) tells the story of a sixteenth-century village whose desperate inhabitants hire the eponymous warriors to protect them from invading bandits. This three-hour ride from Akira Kurosawa—featuring legendary actors Toshiro Mifune and Takashi Shimura—seamlessly weaves philosophy and entertainment, delicate human emotions and relentless action, into a rich, evocative, and unforgettable tale of courage and hope.TWO-BLU-RAY SPECIAL EDITION FEATURESNew, restored high-definition digital transfer, with the original uncompressed monaural soundtrack and an optional DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrackTwo audio commentaries, one featuring film scholars David Desser, Joan Mellen, Stephen Prince, Tony Rayns, and Donald Richie, and the other Japanese film expert Michael JeckFifty-minute documentary on the making of Seven Samurai, created as part of the Toho Masterworks series Akira Kurosawa: It Is Wonderful to CreateMy Life in Cinema, a two-hour video conversation from 1993 between directors Akira Kurosawa and Nagisa Oshima“Seven Samurai”: Origins and Influences, a documentary looking at the samurai traditions and films that helped shape Kurosawa's masterpieceTheatrical trailers and teaserGallery of rare posters, behind-the scenes photos, and production stillsNew and improved English subtitle translationPLUS: Essays by Kenneth Turan, Peter Cowie, Philip Kemp, Peggy Chiao, Alain Silver, Stuart Galbraith, Arthur Penn, and Sidney Lumet and an interview with Toshiro Mifune from 1993 desertcart.com Unanimously hailed as one of the greatest masterpieces in the history of the motion picture, Seven Samurai has inspired countless films modeled after its basic premise. But Akira Kurosawa's classic 1954 action drama has never been surpassed in terms of sheer power of emotion, kinetic energy, and dynamic character development. The story is set in the 1600s, when the residents of a small Japanese village are seeking protection against repeated attacks by a band of marauding thieves. Offering mere handfuls of rice as payment, they hire seven unemployed "ronin" (masterless samurai), including a boastful swordsman (Toshiro Mifune) who is actually a farmer's son desperately seeking glory and acceptance. The samurai get acquainted with but remain distant from the villagers, knowing that their assignment may prove to be fatal. The climactic battle with the raiding thieves remains one of the most breathtaking sequences ever filmed. It's poetry in hyperactive motion and one of Kurosawa's crowning cinematic achievements. This is not a film that can be well served by any synopsis; it must be seen to be appreciated (accept nothing less than its complete 203-minute version) and belongs on the short list of any definitive home-video library. --Jeff Shannon

Review: Masterful in 4k - The Criterion 4K release of Akira Kurosawa's Seven Samurai isn't just a movie; it's a cinematic pilgrimage, now in glorious, eye-watering detail. If you thought this nearly four-hour masterpiece couldn't get any more epic, prepare to have your socks knocked off by the stunning new 4K restoration. Every grain of rice, every weathered face, and every torrential raindrop in that legendary final battle is rendered with astonishing clarity, making the film feel simultaneously timeless and brand new. Criterion, as always, treats this classic with the reverence it deserves. The transfer is immaculate, showcasing incredible depth and a nuanced grayscale that truly brings out the artistry of the cinematography. And the special features are, as expected, a treasure trove. You'll get multiple commentaries, extensive documentaries delving into the film's origins and influence, and even a two-hour conversation with Kurosawa himself. This isn't just a physical media release; it's a comprehensive masterclass on a film that continues to inspire. Be warned: once you see Seven Samurai in this pristine 4K, all other black-and-white films might just look a little... peasant-like.
Review: About Collector's Box Set - Just as pictured above, the collector's boxset comes in a black box containing 2 items. The first item is a supplemental booklet containing film pictorials and literature about the history of Samurai, Japanese movie making, etc. It's informative and interesting, however, a one-time read. The second item is a foldout case film pictorial with 3 DVDs that resemble umbrellas from top view with their own distinct colors to distinguish their content. Overall design style gives one the mood of the film in mind. The 1st disc contains the first half of the film up to the intermission and the picture quality compared to the 1998 Criterion is undeniably superior. The film itself is in its original 1.33:1 aspect ratio with slight borders around the frame inorder for better viewing with most monitors. This edition contains the original mono sound track as well as a new stereo sound track, however, I prefer the original mono due to being an enthusiast. There are also two commentary selections. One is the original 1988 commentary of Michael Jeck from the 1998 Criterion, which is fantastic! The second commentary is comprised of 5 film scholars, and each are given roughly 40 minutes of commentary spotlight in various parts of the film, which is also fantastic! Listening to both commentaries gives you a greater understanding of this superb film. The first disc also contains some production photos from the film as well as some posters of the film from several countries. The second disc contains the second half of the film right after the intermission with the continuation of the audio tracks. This second disc contains an extra feature called "It Is Wonderful To Create", which is a 55 minute documentary of Akira Kurosawa's films with his collaborators. The third disc contains a two hour interview with Akira Kurosawa as well as origins and influences of how this film came to fruition. I really wanted to see more interviews from the stars themselves, especially the great Toshiro Mifune. The third disc will probably be a one-time view. I believe, Criterion could've contained the film in its entirety on one disc and included all the extra features on the second disc inorder to streamline this otherwise great release. Overall, an extremely satisfying new release of Seven Samurai that should definitely be included in any fans dvd collection. I have watched this film over a dozen times with great joy and satisfaction and now I can enjoy it even more with this wonderful collector's edition!

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN  | B003KGBISY |
| Actors  | Ko (Isao) Kimura, Seiji Miyaguchi, Takashi Shimura, Toshiro Mifune, Yoshio Inaba |
| Aspect Ratio  | 1.33:1 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #3,604 in Movies & TV ( See Top 100 in Movies & TV ) #614 in Action & Adventure Blu-ray Discs |
| Customer Reviews | 4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars (2,649) |
| Director  | Akira Kurosawa |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer  | No |
| Item model number  | CTIN1877 |
| Language  | Japanese (PCM) |
| MPAA rating  | NR (Not Rated) |
| Media Format  | Black & White, Blu-ray, Full Screen, Mono, NTSC, Special Edition, Subtitled |
| Number of discs  | 2 |
| Producers  | Shojiro Motoki |
| Product Dimensions  | 0.7 x 7.5 x 5.4 inches; 5.92 ounces |
| Release date  | October 19, 2010 |
| Run time  | 3 hours and 27 minutes |
| Studio  | Criterion Collection |
| Subtitles:  | English |

## Product Details

- **Format:** Black & White, Blu-ray, Full Screen, Mono, NTSC, Special Edition, Subtitled
- **Genre:** Action & Adventure
- **Language:** Japanese
- **Runtime:** 3 hours and 27 minutes

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Masterful in 4k
*by C***. on July 26, 2025*

The Criterion 4K release of Akira Kurosawa's Seven Samurai isn't just a movie; it's a cinematic pilgrimage, now in glorious, eye-watering detail. If you thought this nearly four-hour masterpiece couldn't get any more epic, prepare to have your socks knocked off by the stunning new 4K restoration. Every grain of rice, every weathered face, and every torrential raindrop in that legendary final battle is rendered with astonishing clarity, making the film feel simultaneously timeless and brand new. Criterion, as always, treats this classic with the reverence it deserves. The transfer is immaculate, showcasing incredible depth and a nuanced grayscale that truly brings out the artistry of the cinematography. And the special features are, as expected, a treasure trove. You'll get multiple commentaries, extensive documentaries delving into the film's origins and influence, and even a two-hour conversation with Kurosawa himself. This isn't just a physical media release; it's a comprehensive masterclass on a film that continues to inspire. Be warned: once you see Seven Samurai in this pristine 4K, all other black-and-white films might just look a little... peasant-like.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ About Collector's Box Set
*by Z***B on September 8, 2006*

Just as pictured above, the collector's boxset comes in a black box containing 2 items. The first item is a supplemental booklet containing film pictorials and literature about the history of Samurai, Japanese movie making, etc. It's informative and interesting, however, a one-time read. The second item is a foldout case film pictorial with 3 DVDs that resemble umbrellas from top view with their own distinct colors to distinguish their content. Overall design style gives one the mood of the film in mind. The 1st disc contains the first half of the film up to the intermission and the picture quality compared to the 1998 Criterion is undeniably superior. The film itself is in its original 1.33:1 aspect ratio with slight borders around the frame inorder for better viewing with most monitors. This edition contains the original mono sound track as well as a new stereo sound track, however, I prefer the original mono due to being an enthusiast. There are also two commentary selections. One is the original 1988 commentary of Michael Jeck from the 1998 Criterion, which is fantastic! The second commentary is comprised of 5 film scholars, and each are given roughly 40 minutes of commentary spotlight in various parts of the film, which is also fantastic! Listening to both commentaries gives you a greater understanding of this superb film. The first disc also contains some production photos from the film as well as some posters of the film from several countries. The second disc contains the second half of the film right after the intermission with the continuation of the audio tracks. This second disc contains an extra feature called "It Is Wonderful To Create", which is a 55 minute documentary of Akira Kurosawa's films with his collaborators. The third disc contains a two hour interview with Akira Kurosawa as well as origins and influences of how this film came to fruition. I really wanted to see more interviews from the stars themselves, especially the great Toshiro Mifune. The third disc will probably be a one-time view. I believe, Criterion could've contained the film in its entirety on one disc and included all the extra features on the second disc inorder to streamline this otherwise great release. Overall, an extremely satisfying new release of Seven Samurai that should definitely be included in any fans dvd collection. I have watched this film over a dozen times with great joy and satisfaction and now I can enjoy it even more with this wonderful collector's edition!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ You'll never see it better.
*by E***N on October 22, 2010*

THE FILM What does one say about Shichinin no Samurai? For me it is the greatest film ever made. Friendship, class warfare, romance, battle and a slice of life - Kurosawa packed this one dense. We reap the rewards of the master at the top of his game. Seven Samurai is an aural, emotional journey into Japanese history and human nature. Though there is an endless cast, each part comes through as memorable, a credit not only to Kurosawa's direction and editing, but the thoughtful performances of the actors. There is no glory here. In the end, this is a profound story of survival. Stray bullets cut down the bravest and the strongest just when victory seems secure. The ones left standing, in the end, are not heroes. They are just lucky to be alive. THE BLU-RAY Having shot Hasselblad for many years, the square frame feels natural to me, even on my Sony Bravia. Asakazu Nakai and Kurosawa's calculated photography brings us the story in a strong graphic way. This is an intimate story that comes through in the Blu-Ray more so than the older releases. I wouldn't say it is a huge leap, but details, including the celluloid degradation, are accurately captured. Any softness I could spot, I would attribute to the limitations of the glass in the lenses Nakai was shooting with at the time. Grain and reticulation in the emulsion look accurate and don't appear to have been tampered with with any sort of noise reduction. And if there has been some digital tuning, it appears to be almost invisible. There are plenty of scratch marks on the print but naturally, this is a hard thing to avoid for such an old film. I have owned every release and I've already given the other ones away. This Blu-Ray isn't on par with a modern technical marvel such as The Dark Knight. But it is a faithful representation of the masterpiece I love. You'll never see it better.

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