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Ran
Feature Film
8.0 / 10

Ran

"In a mad world, only the mad are sane."

1985-06-01
160 mins
Action, Drama, History

Narrative Synopsis

Shakespeare's King Lear is reimagined as a singular historical epic set in sixteenth-century Japan where an aging warlord divides his kingdom between his three sons.

Where to Stream

Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels
Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels
BFI Player Amazon Channel
BFI Player Amazon Channel

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Narrative DNA Intelligence

Pacing

High-Octane Dynamic

Complexity

8 / 10

Ending Impact

Emotionally Piercing

Vibe Tone

Adrenaline-Charged

Narrative Assessment:

Calculated narrative telemetry highlights notable thematic precision within Action. With an established critical baseline of 8.0/10, the plot emphasizes high-octane dynamic pacing paired with an ending characterized by emotionally piercing.

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Key Personnel & Cast

Tatsuya Nakadai

Tatsuya Nakadai

Lord Hidetora Ichimonji

Akira Terao

Akira Terao

Taro Takatora Ichimonji

Jinpachi Nezu

Jinpachi Nezu

Jiro Masatora Ichimonji

Daisuke Ryū

Daisuke Ryū

Saburo Naotora Ichimonji

Mieko Harada

Mieko Harada

Lady Kaede

Yoshiko Miyazaki

Yoshiko Miyazaki

Lady Sue

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Built for high-tempo cinematic momentum, Ran prioritizes visceral set pieces, dynamic physical choreography, and unrelenting pacing. Holding an audience consensus score of 8.0/10 over a 160 minutes runtime and centered on the premise "In a mad world, only the mad are sane.", it stands out as a compelling watch for enthusiasts of the genre.
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