Review of Drunken Angel (1948) by Vincent G — 24 Sep 2009
Yet another Kurosawa movie about a flawed but saintly doctor. This one ranks a little bit better than Quiet Duel but still not in the same league as Red Beard. It's a little rough around the edges, and both Mifune and Shimura drift towards hamminess, but it's got some killer camerawork in the moves, angles and edits, and it's never dull for a moment.
Excellent use of music, as well. Like many early Kurosawas, it's depressing but with a hopeful note at the end.
This review of Drunken Angel (1948) was written by Vincent G on 24 Sep 2009.
Drunken Angel has generally received very positive reviews.
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