Yasujirō Ozu and Akira Kurosawa are two of the most celebrated filmmakers in Japanese cinema history, but their styles, themes, and approaches to cinema are notably different. Welcome to a comparison of their lives, works, and themes they explore.
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Continue readingAn overview of the major works/films by Yasujirō Ozu and the themes he commonly adopted.
Continue readingAn overview of the life of visionary Director Akira Kurosawa.
Continue readingThe life of celebrated Director Yasujirō Ozu.
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Unearth the deeper layers of ‘Cool Hand Luke’ as we explore its Christian allegorical elements. Journey with Luke and Dragline, drawing connections to iconic biblical figures, and delve into the profound motifs that elevate this classic film beyond a tale of mere defiance.
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From the post-war anxieties of the 1950s to the personal desolations of the 1990s, delve into how cinema’s portrayal of alcohol captures the essence of their respective eras. Join us as we trace the societal shifts through “Some Came Running,” “Days of Wine and Roses,” and “Leaving Las Vegas.”
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