A Japanese inspired movie produced and directed by Akira Kurosawa is a story about a sword totting Samurai during the 1600s. It is about a man who has no master; likewise, finding himself in a feud torn Japanese village Due to this, the lead character Toshiro Mifune, decided to sell his services to both sides of competing villages comprising of gambling lords. Living an impoverished life, he became a bodyguard of warring parties Nevertheless, he used his political trickery and maneuvering abilities together with the help of his sword, the lead character in this movie was able to he was able to foster peace in the village, unfortunately by encouraging both leaders of the opposing ends to outwit each other through bloody means.
As I have heard the movie title for the very first time, I got curious and intrigued by what it really meant. At last, I was able to find an answer to my very own query. It simply means “bodyguard” The lead star of this movie gave justice to the role so effectively, who was able to reflect a man with a good heart despite of being a immoral and a turncoat Still, the viewers I think will like the film as a whole. The interesting part of this movie which moviegoers must see is the is the ability of a “yojimbo” to exhibit his skillful talent playing with his sword. In the same manner, with gentle tossing of a stick he can easily transport himself in another place in no time at all.
Most importantly , the film was able to depict the inner soul of the Japanese people in terms of will, determination and strength of their body soul and spirit , untainted and unfazed against all odds. Human weakness can be an evolution of heroism and goodness. The legendary director through his realistic and colorful narration of Japan’s history was closer in realizing his vision of his economic landscape of Japan.
The film is highly recommended for all samurai movie fans because the film did not only illustrate courage and determination but the moral lesson that poverty is not a hindrance to learn or cultivate a talent that is inherent in all of us. Kudos to the legendary mind of the creator and genius behind“Yojimbo” it was really a movie that was not only classical but flawless in everything.
