Episode 2659
2,659. Ronin, Jidaigeki Stories, and the Origins of Star Wars
Star Wars 7x7: A Daily Bite-Sized Dose of Star Wars Joy · Star Wars 7x7
October 14, 202111m 31s
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Show Notes
Perhaps Star Wars (in particular, A New Hope) isn't so much influenced by Kurosawa as by the "jidaigeki" genre in which he operated... on today's show, we'll briefly introduce ourselves to the Japanese period drama and discuss how it comes full circle with the new Visions novel, Ronin. Punch it!
Here's the article referenced in the show... 'Jidaigeki': A Beginner's Guide to Period Dramas in Japan: https://jff.jpf.go.jp/read/interview/jidaigeki/***I'm listener supported! Join the community at http://Patreon.com/sw7x7 to get access to bonus episodes and other insider rewards.***