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An Epochal Tragedy Transforms Into a World Cinema Masterwork in ‘Throne of Blood’
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An Epochal Tragedy Transforms Into a World Cinema Masterwork in ‘Throne of Blood’

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 / 15 October 2015
By combining Macbeth with elements of traditional Japanese drama, Akira Kurosawa produced a singular, transcultural film experience.
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Abandoned ‘Star Wars’ Plot Points, Episode III: Evolution of Light and Dark

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 / 27 May 2015
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The Bette Davis of Japan and Her Performance in ‘The Life of Oharu’

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 / 15 August 2013
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The Western World’s Introduction to Japanese Cinema: ‘Rashomon’

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 / 18 December 2012
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‘High and Low’: This Is Not Your Typical Mindless Rich Guy

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 / 25 August 2011
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High and Low

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 / 21 August 2008
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Post-War Kurosawa: Eclipse Series 7

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 / 13 March 2008
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Drunken Angel

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 / 9 January 2008