Kwaidan – The Criterion Collection #90 (a J!-ENT Blu-ray Disc Review)

“Kwaidan” is a true masterpiece by filmmaker Masaki Kobayashi. A captivating Japanese horror anthology that features a smart adaptation, wonderful visuals and fantastic performances make this film on Blu-ray definitely worth owning! “Kwaidan – The Criterion Collection #90” is highly recommended! Image courtesy of © Read More …

Throne of Blood – The Criterion Collection #190 (a J!-ENT Blu-ray Review)

“Throne of Blood” is one of the more visually powerful films from Akira Kurosawa.  Each shot is mesmerizing, may it be a focus on a character, their legs or among a large crowd of people, we are captivated by this story of samurai but also Read More …

Seven Samurai (Shichinin no Samurai) – THE CRITERION COLLECTION #2 (a J!-ENT Blu-ray Disc Review)

“Seven Samurai” is Akira Kurosawa’s ultimate masterpiece that has been one of the highlights of the Criterion Collection for more than a decade.  This Blu-ray release of “Seven Samurai” looks fantastic and is the definitive version to watch and to own.  Overall, with the film, Read More …

Seven Samurai – THE CRITERION COLLECTION #2: First Release (a J!-ENT DVD Review)

TITLE: Seven Samurai – THE CRITERION COLLECTION #2 MOVIE COMPANY: TOHO CAST: Toshiro Mifune, Takashi Shimura, Keiko Tsushima, Yukiko Shimazaki, Kamatari Fujiwara, Daisuke Kato, Isao Kimura, Minoru Chiaki, Seiji Miyaguchi, Yoshio Kosugi, Bokuzen Hidari and Yoshio Inaba. DIRECTED BY:  Akira Kurosawa PRODUCED BY:  Sojiro Motoki Read More …