The Hidden Fortress poster

The Hidden Fortress (1958)

"What you make of another's kindness is up to you."

8.019582h 19mJA
DramaActionAdventure

Directed by Akira Kurosawa

Rating

8.0/10

Runtime

2h 19m

Language

JA

Release

December 28, 1958

Director

Akira Kurosawa

Official Trailer

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Overview

In feudal Japan, during a bloody war between clans, two cowardly and greedy peasants, soldiers of a defeated army, stumble upon a mysterious man who guides them to a fortress hidden in the mountains.

Cast

Toshirō Mifune

Toshirō Mifune

General Rokurota Makabe

Minoru Chiaki

Minoru Chiaki

Tahei

Kamatari Fujiwara

Kamatari Fujiwara

Matashichi

Misa Uehara

Misa Uehara

Princess Yuki

Susumu Fujita

Susumu Fujita

General Hyoe Tadokoro

Takashi Shimura

Takashi Shimura

General Izumi Nagakura

Ikio Sawamura

Ikio Sawamura

Gambler (uncredited)

Kōji Mitsui

Kōji Mitsui

Guard (uncredited)

Takeo Oikawa

Takeo Oikawa

Guard (uncredited)

Yū Fujiki

Yū Fujiki

Guard (uncredited)

Yutaka Sada

Yutaka Sada

Guard (uncredited)

Haruo Suzuki

Haruo Suzuki

Horseman (uncredited)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Hidden Fortress (1958), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

In feudal Japan, during a bloody war between clans, two cowardly and greedy peasants, soldiers of a defeated army, stumble upon a mysterious man who guides them to a fortress hidden in the mountains.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Hidden Fortress. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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