Chushingura

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Summary: The Best Movie Ever Made
Review: This movie played for months at foreign cinema houses when it was first released. Based on some actual events in early 17th century Japan, it tells one of the most well-known stories in Japanese History. Inspired by the movie, I have visited the graves of the 47 Ronin at the Sengakuji Temple in Tokyo (right beside Sengakuji station on the Tokyo Subway System). The final encounter when the ronin lead by Oishi go in over the wall in the snow may be the most riveting in all world cinema. As a teacher and student of Japanese History, I am thrilled that the movie is now available on video. I will be teaching an entire course on traditional Japan around the video. Many thanks to those who made this movie available on video whoever and wherever you may be! Sandy Lydon, Professor of History, Cabrillo College, Aptos, California.

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Summary: What an Amazing Film!!
Review: WOW!! What a great movie this is! Do yourself a favor and buy this DVD!! And pick up Seven Samurai (Criterion DVD) too. Well worthy the money you spend.