James Clavell's Shogun
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Movie Reviews of James Clavell's Shogun
Movie Review: ART REFLECTS HISTORY--BUT WHO'S COUNTING
Summary: 5 Stars
I traveled twice to Tokyo and while there asked everyone I saw about the accuracy of Shogun. Interestingly to a person I was told that, while there were some historical inaccuracies, this story was one of their favorites.Yes, the history has been heavily novelized and no, I won't go into the details. Other reviewers have done a great job of setting things straight and my efforts would be repetitious. But in the final go round it's really not necessary. If you're after a cut-and-dried history of feudal Japan there are numerous books and videos that you can check out.
History aside, Shogun should be and can be watched and enjoyed purely for its entertainment value. Richard Chamberlain is marvelous.
Movie Review: A True Classic in every sense...
Summary: 5 Stars
This is a MUST for any true videophile!
Action, intrique, romance [but not smarmy, mushy romance], gorgeous locations for brutal scenes, incredible time-relevant costumes, impeccable acting...Toshiro Mifune, need I say more?...a fascinating true-to-life storyline, and a timelessness make this one collection I can [and do] watch time & time again.
Tho there is plenty of swordplay, this is not a cut & slash movie; instead, all the fighting is pertinent and nothing is gratuitous. Characters are ALL fully-developed and not one is superfluous.
As a huge fan of the book, I am equally enamoured of this adaptation.
You WON'T be disappointed as it is well worth the price!
Movie Review: Shogun DVD at last!!!
Summary: 5 Stars
I've been holding on for the DVD release of Shogun for a few years now. Finally back in Sept. my wait was over. I remember watching this series as a child on TV. Ever since then it has touched me in my early years and lasted into my adult life. Now much older I got to enjoy it all over again and I think have a better understanding. Having both lived in Japan and visited 8 times now I can say they do a semi-good job for ?O`l. If you like loves stories, mixed with Samurai action and those mixed into a strange culture learning films you'll enjoy this one. Also you can actually learn a little Japanese in one of the episodes if you pay attention to whats being taught.Movie Review: A little white lie never hurt anybody, did it?
Summary: 5 Stars
...This movie/tv mini-series is JAW-SOME! (no that's not a typo, I got that word from the cartoon series "Street Sharks" about rollerblading half man-half sharks) Seriously though, this show is really really good, and how could it not be with actors like Richard Chamberlain and the incredible Toshiro Mifune(known for his spectacular work in many of director Akira Kurosawa's equally spectacular movies.) Shogun is based on the James Clavell, New York Times Bestselling novel by the same title. If you haven't seen this movie/tv mini-series, and you like Samurai films, or really good stories, then check this one out...Movie Review: Simply Awesome...
Summary: 5 Stars
I looked high and low for this boxset back when the only option was to find it on VHS. After purchasing this item I am more than pleased, it has everything and so much more. I must say that after reading the book I had high expectations and I was not let down with this DVD set, not in the slightest. If anything it inspired me to back and read some of it again. Be prepared, once you start watching you won't be able to stop. Not only is the series great but the added extras are a well featured bonus. If there is one thing else I can say is that Amazon has this box set for far less than your local retailer. Enjoy...