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Australian Daybill movie poster for the classic 1985 Japanese film
Ran ("chaos or tumult"), directed by the legendary filmmaker Akira Kurosawa. The film is widely regarded as one of the greatest ever made and a late-life masterpiece for Kurosawa.
Key Information
Director: Akira Kurosawa
Release Date: June 1, 1985 (Japan)
Genre: Epic historical action drama
Plot Basis: The story is a re-imagining of William Shakespeare's play King Lear, combined with legends of the Japanese daimy? M?ri Motonari.
Synopsis: The film is set in 16th-century feudal Japan and follows an aging warlord, Lord Hidetora Ichimonji (played by Tatsuya Nakadai), who decides to abdicate and divide his domain among his three sons. His two eldest sons betray him, leading to a brutal civil war and his descent into madness, while only the banished youngest son remains loyal. The film explores themes of war, betrayal, the lust for power, and human folly.
Accolades: Ran was the most expensive Japanese film in history at the time of its release. It was nominated for four Academy Awards, with Emi Wada winning for Best Costume Design. |
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