The 10 Best Asian Historical Movies, Ranked by Collider

"Through time, Asian cinema has rightfully become one of the most beloved in the industry, with films like 'Parasite' taking home remarkable prizes and making history at the Academy Awards. With that being said, the rise of Asian cinema's popularity among Western world audiences is evident; more and more moviegoers understandably find the astounding cinematography and gripping storylines of Asian cinema extremely appealing. While there are countless well-known Asian films from each genre, one that is often not as much talked about is the historical genre. Often set against the backdrop of a historical event in Asia, these movies help audiences better understand Asian culture and get a glimpse of what life looked like back then. From Akira Kurosawa's epics like 'Seven Samurai' to Studio Ghibli's traumatizing 'Grave of the Fireflies,' we look back at the best Asian historical movies, ranking them by greatness." - collider.com