Eleven Samurai

Eleven Samurai

1967 · 95 min · JA · 7.5 (18 votes)
Dir. Eiichi Kudō · Starring Isao Natsuyagi, Kōtarō Satomi, Kōji Nanbara, Junko Miyazono, Keiko Okawa, Kei Satō · Music Akira Ifukube · Kudo's Samurai Revolution Trilogy
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The lord of the Oshi fief is killed by his trespassing neighbour, the cruel and despotic Nariatsu, son of the former Shogun. After an investigation, the Oshi clan is blamed for what happened and sentenced to be disbanded. Eleven of the best samurai of the clan refuse the sentence and are willing to give their life for justice.

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A somber, stoic epic of honor and sacrifice. This film feels like a masterclass in samurai cinema, with a steady, deliberate pace building towards inevitable, heroic confrontation. It's a profound exploration of justice and loyalty.

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