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The Hidden Fortress (1958). Not your typical Akiro Kurosawa flick, this wonderful entry is no slouch. One departure from usual was his use of comic relief of our two peasant characters. Told through their eyes, these crazy peasants are forced to become heroes, not because of any inherent attributes that they may engender, but instead due to their penchant to get themselves into trouble. Of course our true hero is the inimitable Toshiro Mifune. His presence more than anything else announces his cyclopean capacity as a hero warrior, though i doubt that he could even cook for himself. The heroine is not some feeble woman but is a strong silent type whose few words match her intense character and importance. The acting, direction, and cinematography are all strong, and this great film by Kurosawa is another demonstration of how film can be brought to life. Ashe.
derek
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