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.
Samurai Arms, Armour & the Tactics of Warfare
Writing VIKINGS vs SAMURAI, I realized I knew nothing about samurai. But Antony Cummins’ book cracked open their true world for me.
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.
In Our Time: The Orkneyinga Saga
Melvyn Bragg and esteemed guests explore the epic “Saga of the Earls of Orkney,” unraveling the Viking power plays and legends that shaped the icy isles and beyond.
Vikings at War
Vikings at War explores Viking warfare, from weapons and tactics to conquest campaigns. Richly illustrated, it’s a vivid portrayal of an exciting epoch.
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!
The Longships
The Long Ships, a 1964 adventure film, dazzles with stunning visuals and action. Directed by Jack Cardiff and starring Richard Widmark and Sidney Poitier, it pits Vikings against Moors in a quest for a giant golden bell, though the script and historical accuracy falter.
The Men Who Tread on the Tiger’s Tail
Kurosawa’s gem, The Men Who Tread on the Tiger’s Tail, is a tight, hour-long film features Prince Yoshitsune and his six samurai evading his power-hungry brother. With minimalist sets and sparse action, Kurosawa adds humor through a comedic porter.
Outlander
Outlander: Sci-fi meets Viking epic as an alien crash-lands in Iron Age Norway, teaming up with Vikings against a deadly creature. A genre-blending adventure with cosmic peril and unexpected heart.
Samurai II: Duel at Ichijoji Temple
Hiroshi Inagaki's Samurai I: Musashi Miyamoto was a hit, captivating critics and audiences. Its sequel, Samurai II: Duel at Ichijoji Temple, amps up the drama, diving deeper into Musashi’s saga.
