Films with: Kuwano, Miyuki

Akahige Red Beard /

A vain young doctor learns a valuable lesson from the dedicated director of a clinic for destitute patients.

DVD 1564

Akibiyori Late autumn /

Similar in theme to Ozu's earlier film "Late Spring," the child character of that film is now portrayed as the parent in this tale of mother and daughter relationship.

DVD 12791

Higanbana Equinox flower /

In Ozu's first color film, a stubborn businessman with traditional views is faced with a modern-minded daughter and her nontraditional fiance.

DVD 12790

Sanbiki no samurai Three outlaw samurai /

An offshoot of a Japanese television series of the same name, "Three outlaw samurai" is a classic in its own right. A wandering, seen-it-all ronin becomes entangled in the dangerous business of two other samurai hired to execute a band of peasants who have kidnapped the daughter of a corrupt magistrate. With remarkable storytelling economy and thrilling action scenes, it's an expertly mounted tale of revenge and loyalty.

DVD 9657