Getting all critics to agree seems like an impossible task. But what we have is this Hulu and FX miniseries Available on Disney+ He did it without breaking a sweat. About Rotten Tomatoes The film, which had 99% positive reviews, was nominated for 26 Emmy Awards. Made history with 18 awardsThe series, which is the first non-English-speaking series to win the best drama series award, also broke the previous record of ‘Game of Thrones’ for the most Emmy awards in a single season, with 12.
Its success was so great that, although it was intended as a miniseries, FX renew for two more seasons. we are talking about ‘Shōgun’ is a series adapted from James Clavell’s novel of the same name.
‘Shōgun’ is a fascinating epic story
we are moving here Japan in the 1600s, we’re on a feudal journey where we’re trapped in a plot of intrigue that mixes ‘House of Cards,’ ‘Game of Thrones,’ and ‘Succession.’. The series takes us to Japan at a time when the Shogunate has not existed for a century, but the last ruler has died, leaving a very young successor to rule the country. shogun may appear again.
Set at the beginning of a civil war for power that would define the century, the film’s synopsis follows Lord Yoshii Toranaga, a feudal lord fighting for his life as his enemies in the Council of Regents become allies against him. When a mysterious European ship appears abandoned near a fishing village, the ship’s “pilot” John Blackthorne arrives full of secrets that could help Toranaga rise to power and defeat the massive influence of Blackthorne’s enemies: Jesuit priests and Portuguese merchants. The fates of Toranaga and Blackthorne are irrevocably linked by the mysterious Christian noblewoman translator Mariko, the last member of a disgraced family.
I won’t lie to you if I tell you this Hiroyuki Sanada is absolutely impressive as Lord Toranaga (in its own way and without any disappointments), Like Anna Sawai playing Lady Mariko. Both are prime examples of what a series can achieve when you cast the best for the role. On another level, a much lower level, Cosmo plays Jarvis Blackthorne. Although this British character, determined not to die and to pursue his goals, seems to be the protagonist of the series (and the book), the truth is that the ‘Shōgun’ is visualized in a much more complex way than that of the British sailor. .
Blackthorne’s character was inspired by William Adams, known in Japanese as Anjin-sama and Miura Anjin, the first British sailor to reach Japan. This Briton also served as the inspiration for William from the video game ‘Nioh’ by Fumihiko Yasuda and Yosuke Hayashi. But for me, Blackthorne isn’t the most important thing you’ll find in this series, even though he’s part of the plot. The Japanese idiosyncrasies, intrigue, power struggle, honor and cultural conflict and exchange that we see from the first minute are the cornerstones of an epic story..
A story of alliances, strategies and betrayals like ‘House of Cards‘ And ‘Inheritance‘ goes beyond being a war series. A complex drama with production design worthy of an Oscar movie, where the costumes, make-up and reconstruction of 17th century Japan are absolutely gorgeous, creating an immersive and captivating experience. Dozens of characters in the style of ‘game of Thrones‘and incredible places. And one last twist that makes you look back.
Without a doubt, the best thing I’ve seen in 2024. I still wonder how I managed to survive without it as a serial fan all these years.
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Photos | Shogun (Disney+)
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