Akira Kurosawa’s 1985 masterpiece Ran , a feudal Japanese adaptation of King Lear , is a visual spectacle perfectly suited for high-definition, 1080p Blu-ray, which enhances the film's vibrant color-coded armies and intricate, wide-shot battle scenes. The restoration highlights the film's meticulous cinematography, rendering detailed costumes, landscapes, and Toru Takemitsu’s haunting score with superior clarity.