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Akira Kurosawa
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One of the most influential filmmakers of all time, Kurosawa's work is defined by expert cinematography above all else. Kurosawa's films were often historical dramas set in medieval Japan including jidaigeki film, which are perhaps his most famous works. Common themes of his include hierarchies of violence, social classes, and human folly.

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蜘蛛巣城 is about a respected warrior who receives a prophecy.

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隠し砦の三悪人 is about two peasants who are searching for fortune during a war.

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用心棒 is about a wandering rōnin who comes across a gang-infested town.

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天国と地獄 is about a wealthy businessman whose child is kidnapped for ransom.

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七人の侍 is about a village that hires some Samurai to protect them from bandits.

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羅生門 is about a sorrowful tale told from multiple perspectives.

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乱 is about the ruler of a kingdom who has a terrible dream.

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