Seven Samurai

MUST END SEPTEMBER 1

New Restoration!

The glorious vigour and strength of this film is presented with such theatrical relish and flair: its energy flashes out of the screen like a sword. – Peter Bradshaw, The Gaurdian

Visually the film makes a tremendous impression. Kurosawa can combine formal grace with dramatic accuracy, and many scenes create a startling pictorial impact. – Tony Richardson, Sight & Sound

One of the most thrilling movie epics of all time, Seven Samurai tells the story of a sixteenth-century village whose desperate inhabitants hire the eponymous warriors to protect them from invading bandits. This three-hour ride from Akira Kurosawa—featuring legendary actors Toshiro Mifune and Takashi Shimura—seamlessly weaves philosophy and entertainment, delicate human emotions and relentless action, into a rich, evocative, and unforgettable tale of courage and hope.

Please note: Seven Samurai will be shown in two parts with a 10-minute intermission.

GIVEAWAY: DM us a picture of your ticket stub or confirmation email on Instagram (roxie_theater) for a chance to win a Seven Samurai poster courtesy of Janus Films. The deadline is August 18th!

Runtime
3h 37m
Year
1954
Director
Akira Kurosawa
Format
DCP
Country
Japan
Language
Japanese with English Subtitles
First Showing
August 9, 2024