The Humanistic Cinema of Akira Kurosawa

[@renkehodl6603]

"Kuroswa even seems to argue that it is inevitable: that ultimately, our conscience is more powerful in keeping us connected [to the nature of things], than our ego is in keeping us attached" - this one is so optimistically powerful - simply beautiful

[@MrVvulf]

It's a tragedy that audiences missed the messages in one of my favorite Kurosawa movies - "Dodes'ka-den". It's Kurosawa's analysis and expansion of the line from John Milton's "Paradise Lost": “The mind is its own place and, in itself can make a heaven of hell or a hell of heaven."

[@lIlIlIlIlIIIlIllIIllIII]

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[@melvinstarita638]

Kurosawa is the greatest director of all time. He is the only director who could capture and distill the essence of great literary works of Shakespeare and Doestoyevsky. Nobody can even beat him in the grandness of his visual power. And his story-telling envelopes our head and warms our heart. A filmmaker who makes use of great a many poetic devices. I pay homage to one of the greatest artists of all time. He is definitely like Leonardo da Vinci Shakespeare, Doestoyevsky and Bethoveen.

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Like Simps Of Old

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@@spacemanspiff5322 SIMP implies this content is mediocre. This channel is not mediocre

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[@lautarosillero1645]

Once I read a text about the influences of Kurosawa in cinema, the tittle could't be more fitting: Kurosawa teach us to protect the weak. And it's one of the most beautiful things that can be said about this man.

[@hankhill3256]

We are all weak 😊

[@kshitijsrivastava6440]

Man, Kurosawa' movies were always beautiful

[@davedogge2280]

He's still in the top 10 directors ever in 2021 .. EASILY is so.

[@ericbates07]

Alongside Alfred Hitchcock as the greatest of all time

[@AnnaDraconida]

To me he IS the greatest.

[@cometcourse381]

@@ericbates07 Alfred Hitchcock? Are you kidding?

[@ericbates07]

@@cometcourse381 for me him and Alfred Hitchcock are the two greatest, made a mistake with the comment my bad

[@BFpro156]

top 1.

[@yucansuckadee8930]

You are a gift to humanity. The grace and mercy of the undeserved. I can never articulate or show my appreciation of you.

[@scp-2348]

Im rather sad i didnt find out about all these filmmakers when i was younger because theyre not well known in my country. But im glad i discovered them thru the internet and this channel. Keep up the good work!

[@nc8982]

Why not be happy you found them now?

[@empathetic4100]

@@nc8982 what I’m interpreting from this, is that he means that the lessons that these films share would have been greatly useful in the past, If that’s the case then I can relate, there’s a lot of life lessons I wish I knew when I was younger.

[@Raidmasterprod]

IT'S ABOUT BLOODY TIME YOU MADE A VIDEO ON THE DIRECTOR OF MY FAVORITE FILM OF ALL TIME.

[@magnus75damkier]

Why do you make such beautiful videos? I cried watching this. We all feel too lost in the labyrinth of our minds, not realising that we can just turn back and exit it alltogether.

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I know that you may have heard this many times in the comments, but honestly, this is definitely my favorite channel on KZbin. I live in Venezuela, so getting access to an outside bank account is really hard, but when I´m able to earn enough money to sustain myself comfortably, I'd love to become a patron :)

[@Vagabond824]

Kurasawa is quickly becoming my favorite director of all time. I didnt think any of his movies could be better than 7 samurai but I just watched Ikiru and I absolutely loved it. I wish more of his movies were easily attainable.

[@nayannmartinelli300]

Kurosawa's directing still blows my mind, the attention to detail, the polish, the very flow and pacing of the scenes - like poetry in motion.

[@VirusL4D]

I just got myself the Seven Samurai Criterion Blu Ray. Can’t wait to watch it! Thanks for the upload

[@SoulShaded]

Fantastic film. You're in for a real treat.

[@triceratops7084]

Anyone who hasn't seen RED BEARD, it's a humanist Masterwork and one of Kurosawa's Greatest Masterpieces!!

[@ClintBandito]

YES!! I finally got to see it early this year and I was utterly in love with it.

[@jylyhughes5085]

Absolutely!

[@remkoburger6595]

Alright, I'll give it a go

[@macknight2352]

That’s the one big one I haven’t seen, I guess the 3 hour runtime intimidates me, (which is weird because Seven Samurai was my first of his). No matter what, I don’t think Ikiru can be beat for me, but I’ll give red beard a go.

[@triceratops7084]

@@macknight2352 ikiru is my third favorite and i said the same thing but tryst me it can ;)

[@williamc9578]

More than the wonderful and brilliant film director he was, Kurosawa is above all, a quiet, deep-thinking humanist and philosopher. The world is blessed to have Kurosawa as a filmmaker.

[@AqulaOculus]

I went ahead and watched my first Kurosawa film, "Ran" and was blown away. It's such a great film and damn... what a sad ending. Thanks for making these videos and putting me on to this director.

[@Ocelot93]

Got emotional at several points during this video. Kurosawas work really is unlike others, really catches humanity I think.

[@blondexhottie]

you absolutely crushed it. blew my mind. opened my heart. touched my soul. this is poetry in analysis. analysis in poetry. i cant put words to it. masterful work. i am just getting into kurosawa so this video is spot on for me. thank you so much.

[@123chrismas]

I loved this. Brought tears....Another great production. Thank you

[@Jupa]

me too. had to eat lunch alone

[@coopermiller3216]

this one got me right in the chest. all the themes you touched on are what ive been struggling with for my whole life

[@roquevera9831]

Wonderful. I didn't see that aspect of Kurosawa's films. You brought it so beautifully. It is, indeed, a matter of identity. We believe we are this or that, and build our lives upon this fragile belief, this mask, this net of lies, this persona, this sense of me. We don't trust who we really are, and cannot trust one another because we know they lie to themselves as we do to ourselves. As Gandhi would say: "there are no way to trust, trust is the way".

[@artpierce9214]

A most beautiful presentation, I grew up with Kurosawa's films. You do him justice with your thoughtful rendition of his career. Thank you.

[@Cinetasticc]

It's difficult to not finding resemblance in other movies when you have watched every Kurosawa film

[@rajdixit1605]

A wonderful video about a truly transcendentally talented director! Everyone knows Seven Samurai & Rashomon (as well they should), but I think perhaps his most moving work was Ikiru. Well done, as always - your videos are the best things on KZbin!

[@Nasro703]

Red Beard is my favorite, followed by Stray Dog. His collaborations with Mifune were truly special.

[@jeffsmith1798]

15:42 this profound insight of Kurosawa is especially true in today’s world. Man is arrogant to think he can transcend nature.

[@jeremymenning56]

I really need this. Thanks LSOO for giving me something to kick off my weekend.

[@LikeStoriesofOld]

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[@whysoserious652]

just watched SEVEN SAMURAI yesterday, now ive to watch all of his movies. great video bro.

[@kimbureh7338]

thank you for reminding me of Kurosawa's beautiful cinema, exceptional essay

[@pablocalderon2938]

Thank you so much for this. Kurosawa is one of my favorite directors. And this video was fantastic. Every single video you make in ths channel is a tresaure. You always encourage me to see a movie more deeply, not just for entertainment. I learn about life and about me. Some movies are good lessons of life, and Kurosawa was one of the best teachers in my opinion. Thanks. (Sorry for my english...I am learning)

[@parniyankarimi9952]

i literally shed a tear watching this video! your words are heartwarming and the editing was breathtakingly impressive

[@stirfriedchuck3040]

Alongside your work on Werner Herzog, I think this is your best piece yet.

[@owenfitzpatrick4830]

Honestly love these videos. They are so beautifully edited and written, and the way you speak about the subjects of your videos is so informative and the lexicon you employ so interesting. Makes me want to watch every kurosawa movie in one sitting and appreciate it from the point of view you have helped provide. Thank you for all your effort!

[@silent_traveller7]

Thank you for existing Like Stories of Old. You make my life richer. Keep making these beautiful videos.

[@terrorcop101]

Man, your movies always make me cry. It's a testament to your choice of videos to share and the analyses you make of them.

[@HiSpeedz]

LSOO + Kurosawa = all I could ever hope for

[@davidgarciamaciejewski3753]

Amazing perspective. One of the best filmmakers of all time. Thank you for this gift.

[@ClintBandito]

Loved this, really appreciated your not just sticking to obvious and taking some time to also explore and mention some of his extended catalogue.

[@Qesidus]

You are an artist, thank you for sharing your art. Thank you for holding my hand and walking me through the beauty you've seen with your eyes.

[@Deadly_fox512]

When I as a man need a good cry, I come to your videos, you make such moving videos with such an insightful view. I know that we wouldn't agree on everything, but I know that your vision and views move me in such meaningful way, keep up the great work. Dont stop being you, you are a great artist and philosopher, and I feel like we need more people like you.

[@wesleyscott2719]

This channel helped me throughout my deployment and opened my mind up to the more artistic aspects of cinematography.

[@francisbone4886]

Truly lovely video: remarkable synthesis of Kurosawa's universe, visually stunning and profound. Many thanks for posting this.

[@fingernecklace4817]

I love Kurosawa's movies, and it is deeply satisfying to hear you put into words, better than I ever have, the real heart of why.

[@killakode1]

I have never heard of him, but what you are able to draw out of these films makes me want to explore out of my own bubble.

[@erenyeagerist7681]

How could you not heard about him when hollywood directors have been talking about him?

[@eldorados_lost_searcher]

You always find a topic that hits me when and where I need it.

[@_crispins]

your love of film and story and how it deepens meaningful living is so inspiring and infectious. Thank you so much for what you do 🙏🏽 my Kurosawa box set has been gathering dust for years because it felt too heavy, I’ve been watching mostly ‘easy’ films recently - as you remind me of the reward and the richness of the greats, I’m so excited to dig out that box set and truly enjoy it 🥰

[@glassjaw2007]

Wonderful, compasionate and integral essay about the greatest Filmmaker of all time probably! your Essays have evolved to become pieces of art, inspiring me to never let the guard down! Thank you!

[@victorortiz193]

This video was my meditation. Thank you.

[@boboblacksheep5003]

I love the way you explain such complex themes so easily but never compromise on the quality or richness of them. Another amazing video.❤️

[@kalash_nikov]

I made a 20min long presentation on Shakespearean stories borrowed by Kurosawa, presented in a different cultural and historical settings. It was part of my high school graduation exam (presentation on freely chosen topic was a compulsory component of final exams 15 years ago in Poland). I absolutely loved working on it and the topic fascinated exam board so much that they were asking me additional questions after the exam part was over. Can't wait to watch this video. I will probably rewatch some of the classics, it's been a while since I've seen any Kurosawa Movie. Oh, also, my dog's name is Akira :)

[@internalizedhappyness9774]

Every element, and every force, never play alone. We should not think any differently in regards to each other’s minds, it is only in others that we find ourselves!

[@MarkAchar]

Man. You keep the work Kurosawa made alive. Thank you for the great content on every video. You are amazing. I'll try MUBI just Because of you. Thank you. Thank You. Thank You.

[@mooperc]

This is my favourite video of yours, I can tell how much care and passion went in to this. Also, you captured the beauty of Kurosawa’s cinema. I’ll have to show this to all my friends, thank you

[@andreaserotokritou8219]

I know I’m a bit late to comment, but this channel really does connect with me, a lot of questions or feelings that I have, I struggled to find any source that I could connect with but this channel is my favourite thing on KZbin. You really should be proud of your work, and I’ll continue to support it.

[@anthonycastro3600]

Your videos are always the rarest treat, colorful depth and vision in otherwise grey weeks. Thank you

[@eoris12]

Awesome, as usual. Guaranteed, sensual, artistic, philosophical, and deeply emotive, analysis. Always. Thank you, Tom.

[@bes9323]

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[@studiosonjabunes]

A beautiful presentation of the work of Kurosawa. Thank you.

[@distractedhamster2409]

Such an interesting deep-dive on Kurosawa's catalogue. I love how much care you put into this, it really hit me in the feels. I feel quite ignorant now, I've only seen seven samurai and loved it. Now I'm gonna go through his whole filmography. Thanks. Keep doing what you're doing, it's awesome!

[@julesjma]

THANK YOU for your wonderful work. These are my therapy through these challenging times.

[@pirokba]

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[@trocodilo]

You allways have the timing. Congratulations and thank you for your work.

[@nickgarcia3319]

I feel like each video I watch of yours motivates and fuels my passion for pursuing filmmaking

[@josephine1465]

I like the calmness of your voice. Nice work!

[@ianhoyt3426]

Seeing a video posted from you always makes my day, great work as always

[@Jimmy1982Playlists]

Don't get me started on Kurosawa... I'll be typing till tomorrow! One of the great artists and storytellers ever. Like all my favorites (Kubrick, Fellini, Bergman, Welles), he has great films from every period of his career. Thank you for focusing on a few of the lesser known but no-less important works of Kurosawa's as well!

[@Sho0b]

I would love for you to do a piece on Sidney Lumet. His own back catalogue of films and book are incredible and his work still influences today

[@vinayakmenon3609]

Your videos are making me feel like I should get into film making as a way to express myself (successfully or not). Thank you.

[@alexandrehammoudi4298]

Just amazing! The right questions and the right exposure on this cinematic genius. Bravo! This video should be part of school curriculums... this is easily one of the best if not the best channel about cinema. I'm a fan, hats off!

[@cirianar]

Your channel is so good man!

[@WhoCares-j6b]

You made a very inspirational film all of your own. This was an excellent opportunity to not only highlight the career of a legendary filmmaker but also to reinforce the powerful philosophy to be found by the study of his work. His legacy. Thank you for being such a good interpreter of that legacy. I know that I am not the only person who has viewed this short documentary and been moved, inspired, and changed by seeing Kurosawa's art through your unique understanding of that art he left behind. You in turn are leaving now your own individual voice! It's strange isn't it? One person's life affects so many other lives. I'm grateful to you and to Mr. Kurosawa. Sensei.

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[@smkh2890]

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[@KrishnachandranU]

Beautifully explained. Brought me to tears ❤️

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Truly this channel is a haven for the heart

[@theseproblemsmatter1]

Your videos are truly one of a kind. There's no other i know of that's transcendent as yours

[@pipetrucciable]

Thank you for doing these videos, it has transformed my life for the better.

[@Sunomis]

Thank you guys for those wholesome video essays.

[@maximedelpech2238]

Thank you! Makes me want to watch the rest of his movie, through this new lens. Your videos stay a great source of inspiration.

[@garlichehe]

absolutely outstanding video thank you so much for making this

[@uber-trooper4162]

I get genuinely giddy when I see Takeshi Shimura or Toshiro Mifune on screen. Absolute legends who bring such personality to any role

[@kendratheflynn3368]

Second video into your channel and I feel hope for humanity . We need to see more of this way of thinking if we are to continue forward into our future

[@goregoreboys13]

The first Kurosawa film I saw was Rashomon and it’s one of the few films I can consider perfect. For me, a perfect film stays with you after you see it but sneaks up on you so that it seems underwhelming at the end but then you can’t stop thinking about it later. I’ve got to see it again because I’m not quite sure why it messed with my head but it definitely did. Absolutely beautiful.

[@bjacobs9199]

Thanks again for another great video essay. I just re-watched Ikiru. This contemplation on Kurosawa was fitting follow-on, and leads into me watching the 2022 film Living, with Bill Nighy. For those interested, it is a recontextualization of Ikiru. Can't wait. Keep doing your magic!

[@svemauzumaki7957]

Your videos are like movies for me in a way... always make me think about the world and how we are living our lifes. I love them so much, please continue with your great work!

[@teknatheou]

Well done as always. I'd love to see you do one of these on Carl Theodor Dreyer. I saw you did two of these on Tarkovsky and Malick, and along with those two Dreyer is one of the three most spiritual filmmakers I've come across. I think you'd do a great job.

[@hrsantiago]

this is beautiful work, thank you for this!

[@kersen13]

Thank you for introducing me to masterful cinema. I love learning life lessons that change my outlook of things. I would have never learned of akira kurosawa if it wasn't for your video series. Thank you for giving back my lust for life, all of it good and bad..

[@erichaynes4049]

I am amazed how under watched this channel is. Thank you for your work.

[@ricardoazambuja2978]

once again, a masterpiece. thank you and congratulations!

[@eliasmiranda2358]

This is the best essay i have watched about kurasawa. It brought me to tears. Thank you very much.

[@AynenMakino]

Thank you for making another one of these, I always very much look forward to them!

[@StudywithDrF]

Great documentary. It does a tremendous job of giving the viewer a working understanding of Kurosawa. I used this documentary last year in my Theory of Knowledge class and intend to use it again this year.

[@Ensign_Smith]

Ohhh, thank you for making this video essay! Having seen so many of your others which I've loved so much, I was hoping one day to see one from you on Kurosawa's films.

[@slimnooze]

Thank you for this. I really needed it. And thank you, Kurosawa-sama

[@99Mrbubble]

Just thank you for your work during this dark time

[@sirrobin]

beautiful synthesis. Love your insights here.

[@DelightLovesMovies]

You make the best and most beautiful docs about films on youtube. Thanks so much for sharing.