Seven Samurai - Official 70th Anniversary 4K Restoration Trailer

Seven Samurai is returning to cinemas October 3, restored in 4K to celebrate the 70th anniversary of Akira Kurosawa’s masterpiece. Find cinemas here: One of the most thrilling movie epics of all time, #SevenSamurai tells the story of a sixteenth-century village whose desperate inhabitants hire the eponymous warriors to protect them from invading bandits. This three-hour ride from #AkiraKurosawa—featuring legendary actors #ToshiroMifune and Takashi Shimura—seamlessly weaves philosophy and entertainment, delicate human emotions and relentless action, into a rich, evocative, and unforgettable tale of courage and hope. Also returning to cinemas from October 10, are the following restored Akira Kurosawa classics: Rashomon (1950) – 2K restoration. 88 minutes Ikiru (1952) – 4K restoration. 143 minutes Throne of Blood (1957) – 4K restoration. 108 minutes The Hidden Fortress (1958) – 4K remaster. 139 minutes Yojimbo (1961) – 4K remaster. 110 minutes