A thinking man's
Samurai tale...
This 2002 release recently played at an arthouse
theatre in Indianapolis. In this film, a 19th
century Samurai tries to protect a battered
wife,
This Samurai tale is unlike any other Samurai
film I've seen...it is a simple tale...a tale of
morality and loyalty, but it is a thinking man's
Samurai film. It is filled with tremendous
dialogue, great intellect and emotional insight.
While there is action within the film, it is
actually secondary to the life of this Samurai
warrior.
This film is paced casually and flows quite
naturally. The film features memorable lighting
and cinematography and gentle performances that
are subtle in both power and grace.
For a unique film experience, I strongly
recommend "Twilight Samurai."
©
Written by Richard Propes
TC Candler's Comment
This is a
masterful film that was shamefully overlooked by
the public and by many prominent critics.
Kudos to the ones who championed this film to my
attention.
Jacob
Hall's Comment
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