My boyfriend who is the most wonderful guy in the world got this film out of the library the other day because he knows how much I adore samurai films. This one is incredible! And those of you who know me know I’m mad about Toshiro Mifune. To me, he was one of the handsomest men who ever lived!
Here’s the description of the film:
Toshiro Mifune stars as Isaburo Sasahara, an aging swordsman living a quiet life until his clan lord orders that his son marry the lord’s mistress, who has recently displeased the ruler. Reluctantly, father and son take in the woman, and, to the family’s surprise, the young couple fall in love. But the lord soon reverses his decision and demands the mistress’s return. Against all expectations, Isaburo and his son refuse, risking the destruction of their entire family. Director Masaki Kobayashi’s Samurai Rebellion is the gripping story of a peaceful man who finally decides to take a stand against injustice.
Beautifully filmed and incredibly acted, this one was gripping and moving. Those of you who share my passion for vintage samurai films will understand this, but if you’ve never watched Toshiro Mifune, I completely recommend just about any film he’s been in. You are in for an experience. *sigh*
He is very handsome. I’ll have to check out that movie. Ever since I took taikwondo, I’ve been interested in samurai’s, too.
by Ashley Ladd July 19th, 2008 at 2:34 pm