Reviewing the Japanese superstar’s life and work and recommending 10 essential gems from his filmography

The Japanese superstar would have turned 100 years old this week, so for our 250th episode, Mifune’s centenary is as good a time as we’re ever going to get to celebrate his extraordinary career as a film actor. Sean is joined by Chris Ryan to walk through Mifune’s life and work, including his iconic collaborations with director Akira Kurosawa, and analyze his mind-blowing physical and emotional power. They choose the actor’s 10 essential performances and recommend the best hidden gems in his filmography.

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