I recommend checking this flick out. I didn't know what to expect, but whenever I see Toshiro Mifune's name attached, I tend to give it a chance.
Very intense. Beautifully shot. Quite a tale of the 'anti-hero'. LOVED the fight in the snow and the finale was just out of control. This is an example of what could be done to create visceral cinema pre-wire fighting and special effects.