The Hidden Fortress (1958)

Drama Action Adventure Directed by Akira Kurosawa
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In feudal Japan, during a bloody war between clans, two cowardly and greedy peasants, soldiers of a defeated army, stumble upon a mysterious man who guides them to a fortress hidden in the mountains.

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  1. Star Wars (1977)
    "Directed by Akira Kurosawa, this film's narrative structure, featuring two lowly characters aiding a princess and a general, influenced the dynamic between C-3PO, R2-D2, Princess Leia, and Obi-Wan Kenobi." Telegraph source
  2. Return of the Jedi (1983)
    "Akira Kurosawa's film influenced the dynamic between C-3PO and R2-D2, modeled after the two bickering peasants in "The Hidden Fortress."" 10 Pieces Of Pop Culture That Influenced 'Star Wars' Jamie Frater Listverse
  3. The Empire Strikes Back (1980)
    "Akira Kurosawa's film influenced the narrative structure and character dynamics in "The Empire Strikes Back," particularly the journey of a general and a princess through enemy territory, which parallels the adventures of Han Solo and Princess Leia." Telegraph source

The Hidden Fortress (1958), directed by Akira Kurosawa, has been cited as an influence on 3 later works, such as Star Wars, Return of the Jedi, and The Empire Strikes Back. Check out the citations below.