Sanjuro (1962)
This was mostly a disappointment. Yojimbo had charm, wit, coolness and inspired filmmakers across the world. This was just bland in comparison. It is built around a similar framework, but mostly fall flat. The humor is not there, Mifunes demeanor is the same and does work most of the time, the fighting scenes aren’t very entertaining - expect for the last one and I never become interested in the whole plot with this supposedly evil chamberlain.
Kurosawa does make some great looking shots but I probably need a short break from samurai movies, and then I will give Seven Samurai a proper chance.
Rating: 2.5