Akira Kurosawa's reputation as an auteur does not lie. Even from the measly four films I've seen, his prowess as a directional tour de force is apparent. Ran especially, is mesmerizing in its visual beauty. Unfortunately, Kurosawa's narratives don't seem to resonate with me all that much- be it intellectually or emotionally. I hope someday I'll watch a Kurosawa film that strikes all the right chords.
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The Godfather Part II 1974
This review may contain spoilers. I can handle the truth.
The greatest tragedy of our times and its central figure, Michael Corleone. A man who wanted to exercise his freedom and individuality yet ultimately fell to the tragedy of succession due to his love for family. A man who no matter what road he took, was destined to be estranged from everyone he ever loved or cared about.
The Godfather Part II encapsulates the word "perfection" like nothing else. Al Pacino as Michael Corleone remains the most outstanding acting performance…
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