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# The Last Samurai [Blu-ray] [2003] [Region Free]

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Product Description               The Japanese monarchy has decided to replace the hired samurai warriors, who have been relied upon for centuries for defending the nation, with a more contemporary military. A U.S. Civil War veteran (Tom Cruise) is hired by the Emperor to train a group of Japanese conscripts to replace the samurai warriors. But when he is captured by the samurai, he comes to respect them and finds himself torn over who he should be fighting for.                  .co.uk Review               The Last Samurai gives epic sweep to an intimate story of cultures at a crossroads as Japan undergoes tumultuous transition to a more Westernised society in 1876-77. In America, tormented Civil War veteran Captain Nathan Algren (Tom Cruise) is coerced by a mercenary officer (Tony Goldwyn) to train the Japanese Emperor's troops in the use of modern weaponry. Opposing this "progress" is a rebellion of samurai warriors, holding fast to their traditions of honour despite strategic disadvantage. As a captive of the samurai leader (Ken Watanabe), Algren learns, appreciates, and adopts the Samurai code, switching sides for a climactic battle that will put everyone's honour to the ultimate test. All of which makes director Edward Zwick's noble epic eminently worthwhile, even if its Hollywood trappings (including an all-too-conventional ending) prevent it from being the masterpiece that Zwick and screenwriter John Logan clearly wanted it to be. Instead, The Last Samurai is an elegant mainstream adventure, impressive in all aspects of its production. It may not engage the emotions as effectively as Logan's script for Gladiator, but like Cruise's character, it finds its own quality of honour. --Jeff Shannon

## Product Details

- **Genre:** Drama
- **Format:** PAL, Subtitled
- **Contributor:** Billy Connolly, Edward Zwick, Hiroyuki Sanada, Ken Watanabe, Koyuki, Marshall Herskovitz, Paula Wagner, Scott Kroopf, Timothy Spall, Tom Cruise, Tom Engelman, Tony Goldwyn
- **Language:** English
- **Runtime:** 2 hours and 34 minutes

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    It pictures Japan and its culture very well.
  

*by M***I on Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 8 June 2023*

I watch this movie at least once a year and think it was made very well. As a Japanophile, I admire Japanese culture from many aspects, especially the samurai ethics (or Bushido) are something that nobody could fully explain until you put yourself in the Japanese culture.There have been many pieces of literature and films on Japan created by Westerners, but many of them (if not all of them) have been far from true or real. For example, the actors aren't from Japan or Japanese and have no idea how to wear the kimono.But, in this sense, the Last Samurai [2003] shows every small detail well, and most importantly I can see the producers' (including Tom Cruise) respect for Japan and Bushido. I liked when Tom Cruise was trying to sit on the wooden floor in the Japanese way, which must have been very hard for him but he did it anyway. The way he wore a kimono and armour, the way he used the samurai sword, the body language and everything - they must have done so much research into the culture. Not many American/British movies on Japan reached this level.I'm sure I'll continue watching it in the future, and I'll introduce it to a younger generation who has not yet met the Japanese culture. All in all, it's a good movie.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    A brilliantly directed, acted and scored epic.
  

*by S***M on Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 17 June 2012*

There are a select number of films released that define the meaning of the word epic and The Last Samurai is one of those films. Tom Cruise portrays a troubled soldier who, after years drinking away the sights of battle, is asked to train any army who will march against the rising rebellion, led by the Samurai who want to stall the modernising of Japan. As he proves in films such as Minority Report, War of the Worlds and Collateral, Cruise is a brilliant actor, both in terms of action and emotion. Fellow cast members, including Timothy Spall, a brief Billy Connelly and an excellent Ken Watanabe all bring truth and talent to their roles.Edward Zwick (Blood Diamond) directs and does a perfect job of it, having an eye for sweeping, epic shots of the breathtaking landscapes, for the gritty, violent action and battle sequences and the emotive scenes. The script is brilliantly written and Cruise is given plenty of material with which to test his skills and prove them. The score, by Hans Zimmer (Pirates of the Caribbean) is epic, stirring and moving and compliments the epic scale of the film. The battles are awesomely done, with Zwick not holding back on the violence and delivering some breath snatching, gripping moments, as well as some excellent sword fights. The cinematography is among the best i have seen, the landscapes are brought vividly to the screen and the japanse architecture and countryside make this film all the more engrossing.Overall, this film is one of my favourites, it is epic and sweeping, gripping and action packed and its impossible not to be swept up in this film. A flawless, majestic film.The single disc edition is the best choice for those not bothered with extras but for fans of the film the two disc edition is loaded with special features: commentaries, numerous featurettes, interviews and deleted scenes.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    Classical, Memorable, Awesome!
  

*by I***T on Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 14 November 2008*

I recently purchased this product and i was skeptical at first as i am about all blu - rays if it was live up its reputation. This movie definitely did. Probably one of Tom Cruises finest roles, he plays the traumatized character of Captain Nathan Algren, a man who regrets the things he has done, after being hired by the Japanese government to root out the infamous Samurai rebels during a time where japan is discovering what the western world has to offer. The Samurai believe to be fighting fo r the soul of Japan. After being captured in battle, Algren soons learns that the life of the Samurai is much simpler then his own, and one of great beauty.Anyway getting back to the purpose of this review. The picture quality is outstanding at some scenes it looks ordinary but 99% it delivers, especially during the chapters in "captivity" where the beautiful Japanese landscape is seen is outstanding 1080p, indeed a beautiful sight. The audio is quite good, nothing more to be said.Overall:10/10 for acting  - Superb acting and a great action driven story9/10 for picture  - Great detail, clarity and brightness8/10 for audio  fairly clear, and mind blowing!I watched it on my Playstation 3 entertainment systemwith a gold - plated HDMI monster cableon a full 1080p Panasonic Viera TelevisionCOMBINED A MIND BLOWING INVIGORATING MEMORABLE MOVIE

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