Cruise is an American Civil War soldier who is hired by the Japanese to teach them the American fighting technique in order to eliminate the rebellious Samurai, who's old fashioned ways and values are angering the greedy politicians who seek to Westernise Japan. Tom does his job, but is captured by the Samurai during one of the many great fight sequences. During his time with the Samurai, Tom learns of the value of the Samurai's traditional ways, and forms a friendship with their leader, a man who's name escapes me but who did a remarkable job. I found myself wanting to see more of him than of Cruise. This movie shows why all the CGI in the world can't reproduce the feeling of watching 500 men fighting each other with guns and swords. The action sequences are phenomenal, and will blow you away. The slower parts are just as good, with many engaging characters as well as some sprinkles of humor. I was loving this movie so much up until the very end, which betrayed the film and gave us a "Hollywood" ending which upset me so that I nearly forgot all the good things that came before it. It was so typical, and it made me mad. But having had time to reflect, it is one flaw in a magnificent movie.Read full review
An unusual fiction based upon several true historical accounts. I found the film sensitive and engaging as it explores the changes from an ancient to a modern society. The film is about an American Civil war soldier, Nathan Algren (Tom Cruise)who finds friendship and solace as he lives among the Samurai of Japan. If one does not care for subtitles or violence then I would not suggest seeing this film. However, for its insights and sensitivity, I do highly recommend this film.
Great movie with alot of action and a good story line.I do not usually like Tom Cruise movies, but he was very good in this one.
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