Throne of Blood
Samurai warriors Washizu and Miki are returning to their lord's castle when they are interrupted by a spirit who predicts their futures. When the first part of the spirit's prophecy comes true, Washizu's cunning wife, Asaji, pressures him to fulfill the rest of the prophecy by murdering his lord and usurping his position. One of director Akira Kurosawa's most acclaimed films is his retelling of William Shakespeare's "Macbeth" in feudal Japan.
Released: 1957-01-15