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1 |
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Original language: |
Japanese (JPN) |
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Subtitle: |
English (ENG) |
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Description: | Eight mesmerizing tableaus explore the subconscious at various stages of an elderly man's life in this visually stunning work from the master Japanese filmmaker. A boy's meeting with the spirits of a forest, a snowbound encounter with an "angel of death," and a novice painter's search for Van Gogh (Martin Scorsese) are some of the fascinating episodes Kurosawa brings to the screen. Akira Terao, Mitsuko Baishô star. 120 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: Japanese DTS HD stereo Surround Master Audio; Subtitles: English; audio commentary; documentary film "Making of 'Dreams'" (1990); documentary film "Kurosawa's Way" (2011); interviews; theatrical trailer; essay. In Japanese with English subtitles. Two-disc set."Akira Kurosawa's Dreams" arrives in stunning 4K UHD Blu-Ray format from the prestigious Criterion Collection, offering a breathtaking visual experience of one of cinema?s most poetic masterpieces. This visionary film is composed of eight vignettes inspired by the actual dreams of legendary Japanese director Akira Kurosawa, whose influence on world cinema is immeasurable. The Criterion Collection is renowned for its dedication to preserving and presenting important classic and contemporary films with meticulous attention to quality and supplemental content.
Akira Kurosawa (1910?1998) stands among the greatest filmmakers in history, celebrated for works such as "Seven Samurai," "Rashomon," "Ikiru," and "Ran." His innovative storytelling techniques have shaped generations of directors worldwide. Notable cast members include Akira Terao ("Ran"), Mitsuko Baisho ("The Ballad of Narayama"), Mieko Harada ("Ran"), and even an appearance by revered filmmaker Martin Scorsese as Vincent van Gogh. Each brings depth to this dreamlike journey through memory, nature, war, and hope. |
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Actors: |
Akira Terao, Mitsuko Baisho, Martin Scorsese, Chishu Ryu, Mieko Harada, Yoshitaka Zushi, Toshie Negishi, Hisashi Igawa, Chôsuke Ikariya, Sachio Sakai |
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Director: |
Akira Kurosawa |
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Manufacturer No.: |
CCIN3475UHD |
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