Review of Ran (1985) by Kiss V — 14 Feb 2009

Another bloody film that I surprsingly enjoyed. Hail to Akira Kurosawa.

This review of Ran (1985) was written by Kiss V on 14 Feb 2009.

Ran has generally received very positive reviews.

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