Akira Kurosawais theWilliam Shakespeareof cinema.
Kurosawa’s influence is evident in all modern classics, from franchise blockbusters likeStar Warstoprestigious dramas likeThe Godfather.
Unfairly or not, the scope and grandeur of any historical epic will always be measured toSeven Samurai.
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Between thefilms ofDavid Fincherand the most anonymous TV programs, procedural dramas/thrillers would be nothing withoutStray Dog.
We’ve seen thisperfected inSevenbetweenBrad PittandMorgan FreemanandLethal WeaponbetweenMel GibsonandDanny Glover.
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During a sweltering summer, a rookie homicide detective tries to track down his stolen Colt pistol.
