Ran (1985) - Akira Kurosawa

Description: Ran (1985) - Akira Kurosawa - Wellspring DVD"Ran" is the critically acclaimed masterpiece from legendary Japanese director Akira Kurosawa. A powerful retelling of Shakespeare’s "King Lear", Ran merges Japanese history and Shakespearean drama in an epic story of betrayal, power, and madness.Plot Summary: Set in 16th century Japan, aging warlord Lord Hidetora (played by Tatsuya Nakadai) decides to divide his kingdom among his three sons. However, when the youngest son speaks the truth, he is banished. Hidetora's other sons, blinded by greed, wage war against each other, leading the kingdom to destruction. As Hidetora descends into madness, he witnesses the devastation of his land, family, and legacy.Special Features:Commentary Track with Peter Grilli (Producer of the documentary "Kurosawa")Commentary Track with Stephen Prince (Author of "The Warrior's Camera: The Cinema of Akira Kurosawa")The Cinema of Akira Kurosawa featuretteSubtitle Control, Restoration Demo, European Trailer, Home Video TrailerFilmography, Production Notes, and WeblinksDetails:Year: 1985Runtime: 160 minutesGenre: Epic DramaLanguage: JapaneseAudio: Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround, MonoSubtitles: EnglishAspect Ratio: 1.85:1 (Anamorphic 16:9, From New Hi-Def Transfer)Format: Color, R-ratedUPC: 720917536729ISBN: 0-7942-0336-1This Wellspring release of Akira Kurosawa's "Ran" is a must-have for fans of epic cinema, Shakespeare adaptations, and Japanese filmmaking. Experience Kurosawa’s sweeping vision with breathtaking visuals, intense performances, and unmatched storytelling. Add this iconic film to your collection today! _gsrx_vers_1680 (GS 9.8.3 (1680))

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