"Strong, Brooding and Exquisitely Restrained." -The New York Times
A testament to the goodness of humankind, Akira Kurosawa's Red Beard (Akahige)
chronicles the tumultuous relationship between an arrogant young doctor and a
compassionate clinic director. Toshiro Mifune, in his last role for Kurosawa,
gives a powerhouse performance as the dignified yet passionate director who
guides his pupil to maturity, teaching the embittered intern to appreciate the
lives of his destitute patients. Perfectly capturing the look and feel of
19th-century Japan, Kurosawa weaves a fascinating tapestry of time, place and
emotion.
Format:
Widescreen (2.35:1) (Enhanced for 16x9)
Special Features:
Audio Commentary (by Kurosawa Film Scholar Stephen
Prince), Notes by Japanese-Film Historian Donald
Richie, Original Theatrical Trailer,
Interactive Menus, Scene Selections
Languages:
Japanese (Dolby
Digital Stereo)
Subtitles: English
Sides: 1
Layers: Dual
Running Time: 185 minutes
Rated: Not
Rated
Company:
Criterion
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