Samurai 7 - Search for the Seven [Limited Edition] (DVD 1 of 7)

Release date: 2005-08-23
Suggested retail price: $49.98
Age rating: 13+

SKU: FN-05800
UPC: 704400058004 704400058004

Description:
Based on the legendary Akira Kurosawa classic epic feature film, Seven Samurai.
Set in a futuristic world that has just witnessed the end of a massive war, scores of villages are terrorized by Nobuseri bandits. But the Nobuseri are no normal bandits. They were once Samurai, who during the war integrated their living cells with machines to become dangerous weapons now appearing more machine than man. Absolute power corrupts, and their reign of terror is increasing its hold on the countryside.

But one group of villagers has had enough, deciding to hire samurai to protect their village. Kirara is a young priestess who travels to the city seeking out protection. One by one, she encounters brave samurai that the war has left behind. These men of skill and valor are each unique and not without their quirks. But can they come together as one to defend the helpless village?

With its futuristic but rustic atmosphere, well-developed characters and incredible CG animation and high production value from the GONZO Digimation, Samurai 7 is poised to be an instant classic.

The Limited Edition comes with a 160 page art book that includes storyboards and more and a 36 page art booklet! Only 10,000 of the Limited Edition version will be made.

Spoken Languages: English, Japanese, English Subtitles.

(added on 2005-05-24, modified on 2005-05-24)

• Reviewed in Shelf Life (September 7, 2005)

• Encyclopedia information about Samurai 7 (TV)