The Criterion Collection, a continuing series of important classic and contemporary films, presents AKIRA KUROSAWA's THE HIDDEN FORTRESS. 1958. 139 minutes. Black and White. Monaural. In Japanese with optional English subtitles. With video interview with George Lucas about Kurosawa. 'A General and a Princess must dodge enemy clans while smuggling the royal treasure out of hostile territory with two bumbling, conniving peasants at their sides; it's a spirited adventure that only Akira Kurosawa could create. Acknowledged as the primary influence on George Lucas' STAR WARS, The Hidden Fortress delivers Kurosawa's inimitably deft blend of wry humor, breathtaking action and humanist compassion on an epic scale. The Criterion Collection is proud to present this landmark motion picture in a stunning, newly-restored Tohoscope edition.' DVD is in excellent condition. Shipping is $4.95 to anywhere in the USA. International shipping rates apply. Continue to enjoy browsing this store for other great Foreign DVDs. Thank you for stopping by!