--- product_id: 53681057 title: "Kurosawa: Classic Collection [DVD] [1952]" price: "€ 72.43" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.be/products/53681057-kurosawa-classic-collection-dvd-1952 store_origin: BE region: Belgium --- # Kurosawa: Classic Collection [DVD] [1952] **Price:** € 72.43 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Kurosawa: Classic Collection [DVD] [1952] - **How much does it cost?** € 72.43 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.be](https://www.desertcart.be/products/53681057-kurosawa-classic-collection-dvd-1952) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Kurosawa: Classic Collection Akira Kurosawa, one of the cinema's greatest auteurs, has wowed audiences and inspired filmmakers as diverse as George Lucas and Sergio Leone. This essential 5-disc box set brings together five of his most profound masterpieces exploring the many complexities of life. Included here is the beautifully nuanced Ikiru (1952); the nuclear threat themed drama I Live in Fear (1949); the humane masterpiece Red Beard (1965); the acclaimed Maxim Gorky adaptation The Lower Depths (1957); and Kurosawa's acclaimed first colour film Dodes Ka-den (1970). Special Features Review: Assorted, rather than Classic Kurosawa... - As owner of both the BFI 'Samurai' and 'Crime' Kurosawa collections, this was the next logical purchase, for me. I've resisted, so far, their 'Early' Kurosawa collection. I've bought these as wonderful collector's items, to enjoy the films, appreciate the diversity of the director and relish the lovely presentation and authorative booklet. And, to support the BFI, who do a splendid job, bringing often unseen and unknown films to film-lovers such as you and me. Akira Kurosawa will forever be synonymous with his world-dominating, ground-breaking take on the samurai and one that he'll be remembered for, above all else. However, he was far from being a one-genre director and in many ways, classics such as Ikiru (included here) are their equal. Many in the 'Crime Collection' set (which I've also reviewed) - Drunken Angel, Stray Dog and High & Low, 3 in particular, which all show this master director turning to contemporary issues, of a hugely changing Japan. Even if you don't consider them classics, they're as good as anything Hollywood did - OK, minus 'our' iconic screen idols, look at them as very good dramas dealing with big issues of the time; usually in a thoroughly entertaining and accomplished way. I have digressed, my point having been to show that alternative Kurosawa's are often the equal to his famous films and thus worthy of our attention; so now to this set. As other reviewers have said, you get two extra films never released on DVD before - Lower Depths and Dodes'Ka-Den and so avid Kurosawa fans and completists will get something extra. For me, it's Red Beard that I most wanted to see, whilst I Live in Fear touches on Ozu territory, in its poignant and respectful look at cold-war paranoia that the whole of the developed world suffered. I've purposefully gone down the route of the keen movie watcher/collector than film reviewer as I feel, like I did, that much indecision arises as to whether one should buy, this or that, or none at all. I won't try to sway you - I'm not the one who is selling the product! I will say, though, that these BFI sets aren't cheap and their limited market means little discounting but when compared to individual DVDs, they work out better, if you can can get them, of course. On the plus side, whilst seeming to be un-restored, BFI's exacting standards mean they are the best transfers that you're likely to get. Their price, packaging and presentation also make perfect gifts for the rather special film-lover in your life - such as yourself.... Review: Fantastic Boxset, Kurosawa Classics! - Kurosawa Classic Collection is wonderful! This boxset provides you with: Ikiru (1952); I Live in Fear (1949); Red Beard (1965); The Lower Depths (1957); Dodes Ka-den (1970) The selection of films are mostly black and white (only Dodes Ka-den is coloured) but the quality of the films are great! As any Kurosawa fan will know, Kurosawa loves to explore the philosophical themes which surround life, where his films usually leaves the audience with deep impressions on these moral issues and problems presented in his films. All 5 of the films are definitely worth watching, and the boxset is definitely worth its price. The product itself is really well presented, where the quality and layout of the boxset and dvds are great. Definitely recommended to any Kurosawa fan, but also anyone who wants to venture on the masterpieces of a legendary director. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Colour | Color / Black & White | | Contributor | Akira Kurosawa, Toshiro Mifune | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 80 Reviews | | Format | Box set, Dolby, PAL | | Genre | Drama | | Global Trade Identification Number | 05035673009390 | | Language | Japanese | | Manufacturer | BFI Video | | Number of discs | 5 | | Runtime | 11 hours and 13 minutes | | Studio | bfi | ## Product Details - **Contributor:** Akira Kurosawa, Toshiro Mifune - **Format:** Box set, Dolby, PAL - **Genre:** Drama - **Language:** Japanese - **Runtime:** 11 hours and 13 minutes ## Images ![Kurosawa: Classic Collection [DVD] [1952] - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81FOXv22RZL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Assorted, rather than Classic Kurosawa... *by T***R on 14 August 2012* As owner of both the BFI 'Samurai' and 'Crime' Kurosawa collections, this was the next logical purchase, for me. I've resisted, so far, their 'Early' Kurosawa collection. I've bought these as wonderful collector's items, to enjoy the films, appreciate the diversity of the director and relish the lovely presentation and authorative booklet. And, to support the BFI, who do a splendid job, bringing often unseen and unknown films to film-lovers such as you and me. Akira Kurosawa will forever be synonymous with his world-dominating, ground-breaking take on the samurai and one that he'll be remembered for, above all else. However, he was far from being a one-genre director and in many ways, classics such as Ikiru (included here) are their equal. Many in the 'Crime Collection' set (which I've also reviewed) - Drunken Angel, Stray Dog and High & Low, 3 in particular, which all show this master director turning to contemporary issues, of a hugely changing Japan. Even if you don't consider them classics, they're as good as anything Hollywood did - OK, minus 'our' iconic screen idols, look at them as very good dramas dealing with big issues of the time; usually in a thoroughly entertaining and accomplished way. I have digressed, my point having been to show that alternative Kurosawa's are often the equal to his famous films and thus worthy of our attention; so now to this set. As other reviewers have said, you get two extra films never released on DVD before - Lower Depths and Dodes'Ka-Den and so avid Kurosawa fans and completists will get something extra. For me, it's Red Beard that I most wanted to see, whilst I Live in Fear touches on Ozu territory, in its poignant and respectful look at cold-war paranoia that the whole of the developed world suffered. I've purposefully gone down the route of the keen movie watcher/collector than film reviewer as I feel, like I did, that much indecision arises as to whether one should buy, this or that, or none at all. I won't try to sway you - I'm not the one who is selling the product! I will say, though, that these BFI sets aren't cheap and their limited market means little discounting but when compared to individual DVDs, they work out better, if you can can get them, of course. On the plus side, whilst seeming to be un-restored, BFI's exacting standards mean they are the best transfers that you're likely to get. Their price, packaging and presentation also make perfect gifts for the rather special film-lover in your life - such as yourself.... ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic Boxset, Kurosawa Classics! *by A***M on 29 June 2012* Kurosawa Classic Collection is wonderful! This boxset provides you with: Ikiru (1952); I Live in Fear (1949); Red Beard (1965); The Lower Depths (1957); Dodes Ka-den (1970) The selection of films are mostly black and white (only Dodes Ka-den is coloured) but the quality of the films are great! As any Kurosawa fan will know, Kurosawa loves to explore the philosophical themes which surround life, where his films usually leaves the audience with deep impressions on these moral issues and problems presented in his films. All 5 of the films are definitely worth watching, and the boxset is definitely worth its price. The product itself is really well presented, where the quality and layout of the boxset and dvds are great. Definitely recommended to any Kurosawa fan, but also anyone who wants to venture on the masterpieces of a legendary director. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Speedy service *by J***K on 5 February 2025* Item came very quickly exactly as described and played well ## Frequently Bought Together - Kurosawa: Classic Collection [DVD] [1952] - Kurosawa: Crime Collection [DVD] - Akira Kurosawa - The Samurai Collection [DVD] [1954] --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.be/products/53681057-kurosawa-classic-collection-dvd-1952](https://www.desertcart.be/products/53681057-kurosawa-classic-collection-dvd-1952) --- *Product available on Desertcart Belgium* *Store origin: BE* *Last updated: 2026-06-30*