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Summary
In 16th century Japan, an aging ruler attempts to divide his kingdom among his three sons. They turn against each other and betray their father, triggering events that ultimately shatter the kingdom, destroy the family, and drive their father insane. Based on Shakespeare's King Lear. Full description
Summary: |
In 16th century Japan, an aging ruler attempts to divide his kingdom among his three sons. They turn against each other and betray their father, triggering events that ultimately shatter the kingdom, destroy the family, and drive their father insane. Based on Shakespeare's King Lear. |
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Item Description: |
Originally produced as a motion picture in 1985. Special features: Audio commentary by film historian Stephen Prince and producer Peter Grilli; production notes; restoration demo; filmography of Akira Kurosawa; trailers. |
Physical Description: |
1 videodisc (160 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in. |
Format: |
DVD, 1.85 anamorphic 16x9 widescreen; Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround and 2.0 mono. |
Audience: |
MPAA rating: R. |
Production Credits: |
Photography, Takao Saito, Masaharu Ueda; music, Toru Takemitsu ; English adaptation, Anne Brav. |
ISBN: |
0794203361 |