"Throne of Blood" reminds me a lot of "Ran" (probably because they are both Shakesperian adaptation).  This was especially true in the siege part, where there is a flurry of arrows being shot.  This is definitely one of Kurosawa's better films, and if you're at all into his epic films, then this is a must see.

By the way, there is a HK DVD (from Mei-Ah) of this film, which is supposed to be similar to the Criterion LD release.

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