The sweeping action epic “Ran,” from legendary director Akira Kurosawa (“Rashomon,” “Seven Samurai”), gets a stunning 4K transfer when Ran arrives on Digital July 6th from Lionsgate. The film stars Tatsuya Nakadai (“Hara-Kiri,” “Kagemusha,” “The Tale of The Princess Kaguya”), Akira Terao (“After the Rain,” “Half a Confession,” “Letter from the Mountain”), Jinpachi Nezu (“Kagemusha,” “Farewell to the Land,” “Runin: Banished”), and Daisuke Ryû (“Kagemusha,” “Legend of the Devil,” “Metropolis”). Nominated for four Academy Awards®, including Best Director, “Ran” will be available on Digital in 4K for the suggested retail price of $12.99.
OFFICIAL SYNOPSIS
“Ran” – Akira Kurosawa’s visually dazzling samurai epic – blends King Lear, 16th-century feudal Japan, and Kurosawa’s own notions of loyalty and honor to tell the story of aging Lord Hidetora, whose decision to bequeath his kingdom to his three sons sparks a power struggle that leads to chaos and madness. Hailed as a masterpiece by filmmakers and cinephiles alike, and winner of the 1985 Oscar® for Costume Design, “Ran” is a sumptuous 4K feast (on digital, where available).
Starring Tatsuya Nakadai (“Hara-Kiri,” “Kagemusha,” “The Tale of The Princess Kaguya”), Akira Terao (“After the Rain,” “Half a Confession,” “Letter from the Mountain”), Jinpachi Nezu (“Kagemusha,” “Farewell to the Land,” “Runin: Banished”), and Daisuke Ryû (“Kagemusha,” “Legend of the Devil,” “Metropolis”).
Available on 4K Digital HD July 6th
