Sword of the Beast
Sword of the Beast is Gosha’s raw, gritty takedown of samurai honor, where survival trumps glory, and hypocrisy rules. A must-see jidaigeki classic.
Chushingura
Chushingura is a visually stunning samurai epic that delves into honor, loyalty, and sacrifice, making it more than just a sword-swinging tale.
Erik the Conqueror
Erik the Conqueror is a bold, blood-soaked Viking adventure by Mario Bava. Packed with betrayal, epic battles, and striking visuals, it’s a hidden gem of Italian cinema.
When the Last Sword is Drawn
When the Last Sword is Drawn is a gut-wrenching tale of a samurai torn between honor and family, battling to survive as Japan’s old ways crumble around him.
Prince Valiant
The comic strip swashbuckler Hollywood tried to turn into a classic—and failed spectacularly!
Bandits vs. Samurai Squadron
In Bandits vs. Samurai Squadron, Hideo Gosha blends film noir with jidai geki, crafting a genre-bending masterpiece of heists, revenge, and societal critique.
How to Train Your Dragon
Researching VIKINGS vs. SAMURAI means binge-watching films like How to Train Your Dragon. Vikings with Scottish accents? Sure, why not.
The 4K Restoration of Seven Samurai
Missed Seven Samurai in Chicago, but caught the 4K restoration in San Diego. It’s a must-see on the big screen—sharp visuals, epic storytelling.
Vendetta of a Samurai
In Vendetta of a Samurai, Araki, a samurai, must fight his friend Jinza. Their tense, realistic duel shows the true grit of battle beyond legends.
The Vikings
The Vikings blends myth and history, with Kirk Douglas and Tony Curtis leading epic adventures in stunning fjords. Fierce battles and sibling rivalry abound!
