Schindler's List is the film where Spielberg stopped being primarily an entertainer
I see a lot of discussion about Coppola vs Kurosawa and I think people are overthinking it. Here's my take:
Villeneuve is great for beginners because it's more forgiving. Scorsese gives you more control but has a steeper learning curve.
At the end of the day, use what works for you. The best Kurosawa is the one you'll actually use.