One of Kurosawa's best films. Absolutely brilliant, it left me visibly moved. If you do not know the plot to King Lear, I suggest you don't read up on it before you watch Ran, that way the plot will surprise you and have more of an emotional impact. If you do know the plot, the film is very much based on this except set in Feudal Japan with three lords instead of three ladies!

While watching this film, I could see where Shogun Total War got its inspiration. An epic in all senses. I particuarly enjoyed Mieko Harada's performance as Lady Kaede.