# Kagemusha \(1980\) Criterion Collection Blu-ray

Kagemusha \(1980\) from the Criterion Collection is a Japanese-language Blu-ray directed by Akira Kurosawa. The listing describes a 180-minute drama set amid rival 16th-century Japanese warlords, with themes of political power and identity.

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## At a glance

- A Japanese-language period drama about political power and identity during a time of competing warlords.
- The listing specifies English subtitles and Japanese Dolby Digital 5.1 audio.
- Single-disc Blu-ray with a listed runtime of 180 minutes.

## Pros

- English subtitles are specified for the Japanese-language film.
- The 1.85:1 aspect ratio and Dolby Digital 5.1 audio are detailed in the listing.

## Specifications

### Disc and presentation
- Format: Blu-ray, PAL
- Aspect ratio: 16:9 - 1.85:1
- Language: Japanese \(Dolby Digital 5.1\)
- Subtitles: English
- Runtime: 180 minutes
- Number of discs: 1
### Film details
- Genre: drama
- Director: Akira Kurosawa
- Actors: Daisuke Ryu, Tatsuya Nakadai, Tsutomu Yamazaki
- Release date: 8 Mar. 2021
- Studio: Spirit Entertainment
- Country of origin: United Kingdom
### Dimensions and installation
- Dimensions listed: 17 x 13.5 x 1.2 cm; 100 g

## Before you buy

- Customer feedback on pacing and picture quality is mixed. Comments about DVD picture quality may not describe this Blu-ray edition. The listing identifies the title as Criterion Collection but names Spirit Entertainment as the studio, so the exact edition and packaging details are worth confirming if those matter to your collection.

## A good fit for

- Viewers seeking an Akira Kurosawa period drama with English subtitles.
- Collectors looking for a single-disc Blu-ray presentation of Kagemusha.

## Less suited to

- Buyers specifically seeking a 4K UHD release.
- Viewers who prefer shorter films, as the listed runtime is 180 minutes.

## Customer feedback

Customer feedback praises the film’s visuals, story and developed characters, with the tragic themes also singled out positively. Picture quality and pacing receive mixed reactions, including reports of poor DVD quality and a slower pace. That distinction matters for this Blu-ray listing because the picture-quality criticism may concern another format. Aggregate ratings are broadly favourable but do not explain individual opinions.
- Positive themes: Customers praise the film’s visuals, story and character development.
- Mixed feedback: Picture quality and pacing receive mixed feedback. The picture-quality criticism specifically mentions DVD quality, so it should not be treated as a confirmed Blu-ray issue.

## Frequently asked questions

### What language and subtitles are listed?
The listing specifies Japanese audio and English subtitles. Audio is described as Dolby Digital 5.1.
### How long is Kagemusha?
The listed runtime is 180 minutes.
### Is this a 4K release?
No 4K format is specified. The listed format is Blu-ray, PAL.
### What should I know about the customer feedback?
Feedback describes the visuals, story and character development positively, while picture quality and pacing receive mixed comments. Some picture-quality criticism refers to the DVD, so it may not apply to this Blu-ray.

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