I love this sequel to Yojimbo more than it's predecessor, which is really saying something given that Yojimbo is an absolute classic.
Sanjuro is more fun, and has better repeat viewing value.
The action is more evenly paced, and there is more humour.
Toshiro Mifune's character also has an adversary to be respected in this one, and indeed there is a terrific duel between them at the end.
It is beautifully filmed in Black & White, in the same manner as Yojimbo.
In my opinion Sanjuro, Yojimbo, and The Seven Samurai are the three greatest pre-70's samurai films.
They stand the test of time, and along with the Lone Wolf & Cub films of the 70's and Yoji Yamada 2000"s trilogy - The Twilight Samurai, Hidden Blade, and Love And Honour - are the greatest samurai films ever made.
Sanjuro also has to be one of the greatest sequels ever made.
Enjoy.
Sanjuro is more fun, and has better repeat viewing value.
The action is more evenly paced, and there is more humour.
Toshiro Mifune's character also has an adversary to be respected in this one, and indeed there is a terrific duel between them at the end.
It is beautifully filmed in Black & White, in the same manner as Yojimbo.
In my opinion Sanjuro, Yojimbo, and The Seven Samurai are the three greatest pre-70's samurai films.
They stand the test of time, and along with the Lone Wolf & Cub films of the 70's and Yoji Yamada 2000"s trilogy - The Twilight Samurai, Hidden Blade, and Love And Honour - are the greatest samurai films ever made.
Sanjuro also has to be one of the greatest sequels ever made.
Enjoy.