Review of Ikiru (1952) by Eric H — 05 Jan 2010
Filmmaking is a balance of numerous artists. But in this film it is impossible to see where director Akira Kurosawa ends and actor Takashi Shimura begins. It is the story of a burocratic zombie who comes to life at the moment of his imminent death.
The film uses both first-person and second-person storytelling techniques. Also brilliant camera work and some of the truest acting that I have ever seen. The title means "to live". In this film, "to live" becomes a riddle of the Sphinx, and we follow one mans's solution to it.
This review of Ikiru (1952) was written by Eric H on 05 Jan 2010.
Ikiru has generally received very positive reviews.
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