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Jason and Eric Discuss Two Japanese Classics Directed by Kenji Mizoguchi: "Sansho the Balliff" and "Ugetsu"

Published: Aug. 5, 2021, 1 p.m.

This week, Eric Hoffman leads Jason on a discussion of two classic Japanese films directed by the brilliant Kenji Mizoguchi. Sansho the Balliff is a tragic story of a wealthy family separated and the slavery they endure, while Ugetsu tells a very human war story set in the sixteenth century. Eric and Jason chat about the filmmaking style of Mizoguchi and team, their political stance in the post-War period, and the resonances that helped make these essential watches. It's a fascinating hor and fifteen minutes' listen and we hope you enjoy.

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