In case this wasn't clear: Captain Algren isn't actually the last samurai. The last samurai is Katsumoto, this is his story, which is only revealed at the very end when Algren tells the emperor "I will tell you how he lived." Absolutely beautiful film!
Yes, Samurai can also be taken to be the plural form, as in the story is the end of the Samurai as a whole, people who think this is a white savior movie haven’t seen it
I wasnt surprised that these guys thought Tom Cruise`s charachter was the last samurai after watching a few other of theire reactions. But still believe that was the fact even after they watched the movie was a surprise even for theire standard :)
@@bamflyer So if there is no element of white saviour, why do you think they made it into the "noble savage" thing of Samurai refusing to use gunpowder which was completely and utterly false?
One of my friends who saw this at the time made an observation that stuck with me. The honored the traditions of both American and Japanese action movies. The American main character survived everything, and the Japanese main characters all had good deaths.
@@rastiga9196 Absolutely. But for the most part, whoever the star is in American movies, will survive anything (outside of a token death to help motivate everyone else and bring a sprinkling of sadness in to make the happy ending hit stronger).
@@philproffitt8363 I am not making any value judgements with my statement about any particular survival or death and the impact it had in the overall story, just that it happened. (As a quick and mostly agreeing with you side note, I both enjoyed the low key love story and am good with him surviving to deliver the sword, but I don't think the love story would have suffered with his death, it would have just removed the happy ending aspect of it)
"From the moment they wake, they devote themselves to the perfection of whatever it is they pursue. I have never seen such discipline." One of my favorite movie quotes of all time. This movie was so good.
Me too. I think of this line often when trying to learn new skills or hobbies. I definitely lack the discipline of people(s) from the past lol. Even with things like UA-cam
Reminds me of a scene in an old Tom berenger film called last of the dogmen,him and an archeology professor go looking for Indians who long since died out.,doesn't sound great but it is.
This movie was incredible. Visually stunning and Tom Cruise was perfect in this role which was a pleasant surprise. I always cry during the final battle especially when the petals start falling…
It's a fantastic movie. Tom Cruise at his absolute best and the dedication he has to learning new skills for a movie role really shows. Those battle scenes are awesome. Everyone was perfectly cast in their roles and the acting was superb by everyone. I watched one reaction where the reactor said, "He can't die...he's Tom Cruise".... LOL clearly they haven't seen Edge of Tomorrow - yet another amazing film of his.
One of the greatest movies of all time. Hans Zimmer created the score and as always absolutely incredible. This movie, legends of the fall, braveheart and the last of the mohicans are a must see in life. Thank you for bringing so much joy into our lives!
I'm sure the film wouldn't be as emotional or impactful if it didn't have that exact same soundtrack. Hans Zimmer is my favorite film composer and this film is one of my favorites of all time, I never get tired of rewatching it and I often miss it. I feel the need to come back to it every now and then because it gives me the same feeling that the main character has at the end, a small measure of peace...🙃
Not only Tom Cruise's best film, but one of my favorite movies of all time. Nathan Algren finally found a life that allowed him to display the honor and integrity he possessed. Imagine being a soldier and having to follow orders given by a morally bankrupt "superior" officer. Every time Nathan killed an unarmed person it took a piece of his soul because he had integrity and honor, and he knew how wrong it was. He hated himself for not standing up for what was right...until he met the Samurai. A stunningly beautiful story! As many times as I've seen it, it still makes me cry.
Wow... I'm so glad you guys did reaction on this one. It's my favorite movie of all time, nothing gets close! I can watch it 1000 times with same emotions every time. Masterpiece!
the scene when ujio swings his sword at algren and stops less than an inch away was a legit move he showed the director for how precise he could be . they included it for him.
That's the type of stunt I somehow know Tom Cruise would approve of due to stories of how committed he is to his roles. So much respect to both, the skill and the trust and commitment.
@@darkphoenix2 you never know with Tom Cruise. In Mission impossible 2, where a guy tries to stab him in the eye and stops milimeters away from his eye, was apparently done using some kind of device and using a real blade.
@@markw4613 i heard rope as well, but i'm skeptical of that. 1st, the knife is way to stable. if it was attached to a rope then i'd expect it to move around more once it dropped. 2nd, there's no bounce when the knife drops. edit: ok, so before i sent the reply i thought i'll google more about the stunt. Turns out, the knife was attached to a steel cable and the villain in the movie was actually trying to stab Tom Cruise, using all his strength but the cable attached to the blade wouldn't allow it to reach Tom. Now it explains why the blade wasnt moving around once it dropped and why there was no bounce. Nuts.
@Timed Revolver but what it gets wrong is who the samurai actually were. Specifically they were the Japanese equivalent of European knights who sure, could be honorable, but they lived for the money. They used their skills to serve the aristocracy and had many privileges in society but by the late 1800s Japan wanted to become a modern country. So instead of relying on expensive samurai, the government could train a peasant who earlier could never compete with a skilled samurai and make them into a professional soldier trained by western officers. The samurai saw their status fading away and so rebelled but it wasn't because they refused to modernize like the movie portrays. It was because they knew thet were becoming obsolete and some evem used firearms
@@BobPantsSpongeSquare97 ...It's fictional, not biographical. If the movie passed itself off as a true retelling, then I'd get the criticism. But it didn't. You sound like the person who gets mad because no human could actually be Batman.
@@MrNewVegas2281 Wow, somebody has no reading comprehension at all. My first comment wasn't hostile in any way. I was just explaining why the tale told in the film was historically inaccurate. My second comment was to some jackass who felt the need to try 'owning' me by running their mouth and showing they're an idiot. This comment is in response to someone who had no point to make, but felt they should interject anyway because, damn it, they want to be heard for no reason.
Katsumoto's last words have a double meaning. Even in the era of change from the samurai era to the westernization, he sticks to his own way of life and beliefs as a samurai, dying beautifully in battle, and the falling cherry blossoms that have grown splendidly over the years. From Japan
In the end when Katsumoto says "They are all perfect" I believe he finally comes to the understanding that all of the blossoms are perfect, even with their flaws they are as they are meant to be.
This movie is out of this world, the first time i watched i cried sooooo damn much. It's just a masterpiece, so beautiful. I wish more people gave the right appreciation this movie actually deserves!
Such a beautiful expression of the Japanese culture. Honestly, this is one of my favorite movies. Fun fact: The Last Samurai did better in Japan than it did in the US. Proof that even fiction can embrace the ideals and beliefs of the culture portrayed with respect and reverence.
Similarly, Ghost of Tsushima was a videogame which was mostly well received but had a wave of complaints about cultural appropriation in USA and Europe while being the biggest-selling game in Japan and having several reviews from Japanese media saying it's the most Japanese game ever made. Which is a fair trade since the most American game ever made is Metal Wolf Chaos, which was made in Japan but never released in the West (until the remake which unfortunately wasn't as good as the original).
@@a-blivvy-yusBoth times, the politically correct showed that they have no idea what they're talking about and are only pretending to be virtuous for the sake of appearances.
Yet another movie that was totally filmed in New Zealand. NZ was chosen not just for the scenery but also for the Mountain that looks just like Mt Fuji. Plus, the country has a lot of experience with local filming having done the LOTRs and Avatar movies here. Tom enjoyed his stay in New Zealand. Cheers.
Just woke up here in Sydney Australia and am soooo excited to settle in with a coffee and watch this. One of my all time favourite movies and you guys have been just hitting it out of the park with your reactions. I'm a busy mum of two who struggles with anxiety and your videos are the way I choose to spend my downtime! Thanks guys!
I remembered when this movie came out. I was in college taking a Japanese language course. My professor encouraged the class to watch this movie. It was and still is a great movie. Thank you for the review/reaction.
Wow! I watched this film last night, because I know the films you guys title this way are always phenomenal, and I was blown away. I had to immediately watch your reactions to it. I cannot believe that I went my whole life without watching this film. An absolute masterpiece! Thank you everyone who recommended them to watch it, because you help me discover this film, and already I can say it’s one of my favourite films that I’ve ever seen!
That's my favorite "romance" or rather growing appreciation and forgiveness story in movies. Very subtle and tactful. And that kiss in my mind is more like farewell and gratefulness for going into battle to surely die for her land , culture and children.
One important point lost on a lot of people is that the cutting of Nobutada’s topknot in the market is a form of symbolic castration; a way of saying “you weren’t strong or skilled or virile enough to stop me. I let you live because you aren’t worthy of a warrior’s death.” Several period films play with the social ramifications of this disgrace more. I recommend ‘Hara-Kiri: The Death of a Samurai’ in particular.
A phenomenal movie I had the pleasure of seeing right out of high school. Had a huge impact on my viewpoints of what I wanted to study in college, history being my topic of interest. I know not everything was actually correct in this film historically, but man, was it inspiring none the less. Great reaction guys, can't wait to see more movies like this on your channel with historical topics.
Such wonderful reactions to this beautiful and deep movie. Everybody I know loves this masterpiece. Whenever I think of the fact that Japan functions under the American Constitution, although its traditions and culture couldn`t be more different from the American ones, it always bends my mind.
The acting in this movie is great.. Everyone is great but the stand out is Ken Watanabe. His masterful acting is one of the most powerful and unforgettable performances I've ever seen in a film. It earned him an Oscar nomination..
I loved Tim Robbins in Mystic River (who won the Oscar that year) but man, Watanabe easily could have won. He's beyond incredible in this film. He lives that character.
I've seen this movie over a dozen times and it just occurred to me how difficult it would be to corral all of those terrified horses after the battle scenes were shot. Great reaction by the way.
My first time of seeing Tom Cruise, Ken Watanabe, Hiroyuki Sanada etc. Marvelous movie with the most beautiful music, stunning sets and truly adrenaline pumping fight scenes. Absolutely marvelous 5/5 historical dramatization 😁❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️👍
This is one of my favorite movies of all time. Thanks for your guys’ genuine reactions and review. I’m glad you all got to experience this phenomenal film. As a suggestion I think you should watch the movie “Hidalgo” with Viggo Mortensen. It’s a great film that also has subtext around Native American heritage. Anyways, great video and I can’t wait for your next one!
The acting is so good. That stare when your prisoner of war has not only acquired a weapon, could have escaped in the chaos, but had your back in a fight.
I LOVED that you did this movie. So many beautiful messages. Too many mind!! How that message keeps me in my own life. Fabulous reaction!! I own it. The culture and honor. So much respect to you guys to feel this movie.
this movie is so well done. its beautiful and heartbreaking. the action is wwell done,t he acting is good, the scenes are beautifully shot, the story is really good on so many levels. it really is pretty flawless.
You guys should check out some other movies with Ken Watanabe. He's really a terrific actor in every right. This film always hits me hard. Sure they took some liberties with the history here (There were instances of Samurai wielding guns for a long time before the Meiji restoration), but overall the story is just phenomenal. The setting, the action, the characters. Just all so great. The music especially, one of cinema's finest scores. "I will tell you how he lived", god what a good line!
Oh wow wasn't expecting this at all but I'm so glad you guys chose it. Everything about this Movie is beautiful. From the scenery, to the music and the actors performances. Loved it😍
WOW! Did not expect this film to be this dang good. What was your reaction? What would you rate this film? One of Tom Cruise's best? Full Reactions on Patreon: www.patreon.com/baddmedicine Backup channel Subscribe here ua-cam.com/channels/1CLUwA27dz-94o3FR0o3xg.html
Won't say best cause cruise has one of the best filmography of all time. Collateral, Jerry Maguire, magnolia, few good men, rain man, born on the fourth of July etc many movies of his are top notch
Also, I don’t think any of y’all caught the white tiger connection (the intro dream and the flag). That’s what Kat’mo was thinking about when he first saw him.
This is truly one of my favourite films with Tom in. A superbly told story which shows the honour and tradition so well , although there were mixed feelings of the true historical relevance from many Japanese. Although Katsumoto was fictional there are links to Saigõ Takamori who was a Samurai under the Meiji Restoration. I think Ken and Hiroyuki performances are astounding. For more Samurai amazing films with Hiroyuki , watch The Twilight Samurai and also Legend of Eight Samurai. The Twilght Samurai won 38 awards including 12 Japan Academy Awards.
Not only does Algren show that they aren't ready by getting shot at, he is also willing to die at the spot to end his suffering. This movie is so amazing on so many levels. The war cry after they defeated the ninja attack gives me chills everytime. So god.
so basically this movie is based off the true events of the civil war between Samurai and the imperial japan (not 100% accurate since the US weren't involved yet), Japan was undergoing major cultural changes during this time period (mostly because of influences from western countries like France and the relationship with the Dutch, not so much the US right now), In the span of a decade, rebels fought to retain the old way of life (also samurai for hundreds to thousands of years were the ultimate power and military leaders of Japan, up until Japan started to adapt to form a western type of military and more western constitution, the war really took off after the new laws that banned people from wearing a katana sword in public among other things, this forced samurai to adapt causing the cultural to come to an end
I have watched this movie countless times I cry every time imo this is the best movie Tom Cruise has done and believe me I love Tom Cruise great reaction guys
I watched this movie in theater and it moved me deeply, foundet my fascination with japanese culture and a big interest in sword fencing. Took me nearly twenty years to try it, though, and against medical advice, but I try the best I can and I take this Determination and the philosophy to fight through a long dark time in my life. In retroperpective I dare to say, that subconciously this movie influenced a whole lot of my life.
This is a great movie that I have not watched for a long time now. The visuals and the emotions of this movie are incredible. It was fun watching you guys with the emotional investment. Great reaction.
This is definitely a movie that I can watch over and over again. It's visually stunning and the action and acting are on point. My favorite Tom Cruise movie!
Re watch this each year with my buddies and that ending still gets a tear out of us. Side note we always felt the "last Samurai" title philosophically was never referring to Tom Cruise's character but us as the audience were seeing the last of the Samurai through Tom's eyes essentially.
This film is such a blast. When he endears himself to the family, and created relationships with all the people in the village... Brilliantly written, and I'm still enjoying my own search for the perfect blossom...
The key thing about the scene where Algren is getting beaten down by Ujiro with the bokken in the rain is that they all realize that he absolutely will not stop fighting until he is incapable of doing so or he dies. This is the moment where Ujiro begins to respect him, as shown by the fact that he tosses Algren's bokken to the boy at the end so he cannot pick it up again, instead of leaving it on the ground in contempt like he had previously.
This movie is on my list of all-time favorites for pure emotion. It's up there with movies like "What Dreams May Come" and "Secret Life of Walter Mitty" as some of the most tear-jerking content ever put on film. Fantastic watch and, as always, another fantastic react by one of my favorite teams on the Tube.
This is one of my favourites, I always rewatch it whenever I am feeling low. Brilliant brilliant in every way. Some more reccos since you loved this: Memoirs of a Geisha Hidalgo Duma Real Steel Queen of Katwe
How did I miss you guys reacting to this!? I always loved this movie, but it's been probably 8 years since I last saw it. Looking forward to going through it with you guys now.
The way the gatling gun scene at the end is shot is amazing. Building music during their charge towards the hill and then as the gatling guns begin to fire the music just cuts out and you're left with the sounds of the guns and the carnage they are enacting with the music returning as everyone falls.
Great reaction to a fantastic movie one of my top 10 of historical period movies including The Kingdom of Heaven, Gladiator, Braveheart, Rob Roy and tv shows like Rome, The Tudors, Medici, The Borgias, and Versailles as examples. 😊
I absolutely love this movie! I don't think I'm the only one here who would love living in that japanese village. There's so many powerful and perfect scenes I don't know where to start. But scenes that really piss me off, scenes that are strong and scenes that are movingly beautiful... and with an amazing soundtrack that is always there. Even if I've seen the movie several times, it get's me emotional every time.
I first watched The Last Samurai expecting to dislike it. Tom Cruise as the last samurai? I’ve watched it many times since it was released. It’s beautiful, with Tom Cruise playing a character who is witness to the last samurai. 10/10.
I’ve never understood why people immediately assume Tom Cruise is the last Samurai. Just because he’s in it. You just don’t know a story until it’s revealed. Katsumoto was the last of the Samurai.
I like the romance in this movie! We don't know if her former husband was a good man, he was probably not very loving with his kids and such, which is probably pretty normal in this setting, but Algren shows that he's different, and it's probably endearing to her. Plus they spent like 6 months together before that kiss happens, which is a big plus in my eyes. At least it cannot be called rushed. I would not have minded if it stopped at them giving each other looks, either, but a lot of movies just put a random romance in to check a box, without complexity and without doing anything to make it believable.
I never considered that Taka’s spouse was possibly not a sweet, loving dad and husband. I agree with you. That is a possibility! Which may be one factor she, in time, learned to like Algren. As Nathan himself observed while living among them, those people are almost always formal, serious, stoic, super polite, and that they avoid expressing too much emotions and feelings. So, assuming Hirotaro was possibly not a sweet dad is not that unreasonable. Thanks for the insight!
Ken Watanabe is wonderful in this movie. Also in Memoirs of a Geisha which I really hope you’ll watch soon! I also want to recommend Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon if you haven’t seen it. Thank you for the best reaction channel out there!
I adore this movie. It's a tradition to watch it with my Dad at this point, and we have the best time every time. This and Collateral are my favorite Tom Cruise movies by a lot. Granted, I haven't seen many of his movies. But it's no contest for me.
Always enjoy your reactions and insights. As someone who has watched inaccurate and weird movies about my culture made(Iran) , I always check movies I watch to make sure if they are fictional or not and The Last Samurai's premise is historically more accurate than most movies. It’s one of my favorite movies and I’m glad you watched it. Thanks
Great pick and I loved your reactions as always. This is probably my top favorite movie starring Tom Cruise. Everything about it is beautifully done -even the soundtrack is brilliant.
8:58 THANK YOU for catching something every other reviewer misses. Algren was absolutely looking for a way to die in this scene - the self-loathing and self-directed hatred behind his "shoot me damn it" is honestly terrifying to hear.
This was de first 'grown up' movie I saw. My dad took me to the theathers when I was like 12. It impressed me a lot and this movie will always have a special place in my heart. It is just soo good. I can't watch it without crying. The music also is amazing..
Another one of my fav movie you guys reacted ❤ I watched last samurai before MI series of tom Cruise…. Was a bit surprised u guys haven’t watched one of the classics, but glad I got to see the reaction …. Good going guys … can’t wait for next reaction and to be surprised 😊 with another one of my fav movie ❤
I love that you guys hear general custar and that he was a great man and are astounded. then when Ulgrin sayys he was a POS man looking after his own glory not to much to say.
Absolutely loved you guys reactions to this I knew you would all love this one I saw this in the cinema and was blown away. And to The oak I love your thoughts at the end of these movies you bring a smile to my face every time
My first time to your channel, and lived the reaction. It is such an emotional and well crafted movie with outstanding performances and amazing cinematography. Well done, from Sydney Australia
In case this wasn't clear: Captain Algren isn't actually the last samurai. The last samurai is Katsumoto, this is his story, which is only revealed at the very end when Algren tells the emperor "I will tell you how he lived." Absolutely beautiful film!
Yes, Samurai can also be taken to be the plural form, as in the story is the end of the Samurai as a whole, people who think this is a white savior movie haven’t seen it
I wasnt surprised that these guys thought Tom Cruise`s charachter was the last samurai after watching a few other of theire reactions. But still believe that was the fact even after they watched the movie was a surprise even for theire standard :)
I've always taken it as the plural form. It would not surprise me if they left it ambiguous intentionally.
@@bamflyer yeah I always perceived it this way. It’s depicting the end of a way of life.
@@bamflyer So if there is no element of white saviour, why do you think they made it into the "noble savage" thing of Samurai refusing to use gunpowder which was completely and utterly false?
One of my friends who saw this at the time made an observation that stuck with me. The honored the traditions of both American and Japanese action movies. The American main character survived everything, and the Japanese main characters all had good deaths.
That really is interesting... true.
In these movies, Americans have some good deaths and lives as well in movies and history as well.
@@rastiga9196 Absolutely. But for the most part, whoever the star is in American movies, will survive anything (outside of a token death to help motivate everyone else and bring a sprinkling of sadness in to make the happy ending hit stronger).
Algren had to survive, for the superb low key love story...a favourite aspect of this great film for me.
@@philproffitt8363 I am not making any value judgements with my statement about any particular survival or death and the impact it had in the overall story, just that it happened.
(As a quick and mostly agreeing with you side note, I both enjoyed the low key love story and am good with him surviving to deliver the sword, but I don't think the love story would have suffered with his death, it would have just removed the happy ending aspect of it)
"From the moment they wake, they devote themselves to the perfection of whatever it is they pursue. I have never seen such discipline."
One of my favorite movie quotes of all time. This movie was so good.
Always try to live like that.
Me too. I think of this line often when trying to learn new skills or hobbies. I definitely lack the discipline of people(s) from the past lol. Even with things like UA-cam
When the samurai emerge from the fog charging on horseback, it still gives me chills every time I watch this movie.
With the music. Amazing
And not covered in this reaction....first one I’ve seen miss that.
Reminds me of a scene in an old Tom berenger film called last of the dogmen,him and an archeology professor go looking for Indians who long since died out.,doesn't sound great but it is.
agreed.. everytime
"I believe a man will do what he can until his destiny is revealed". One of my favourites of all time. Thanks for reacting to this ❤️
“They’re ALL perfect..”
Love that quote. I do what I can. We all do hey?
@@patinho5589 the ending lines are perfection, the best
Bob is the embodiment of the saying:
"Beware the Old Man, in a profession where most die young"
This movie was incredible. Visually stunning and Tom Cruise was perfect in this role which was a pleasant surprise. I always cry during the final battle especially when the petals start falling…
"Perfect... They are all... perfect..." 😢
Only the final scenes, you disappointment me, i don't wanna imagine what it's like for your parents 😢
For me, it's when Algren apologizes to Taka, and she forgives him.
It's a fantastic movie. Tom Cruise at his absolute best and the dedication he has to learning new skills for a movie role really shows. Those battle scenes are awesome. Everyone was perfectly cast in their roles and the acting was superb by everyone. I watched one reaction where the reactor said, "He can't die...he's Tom Cruise".... LOL clearly they haven't seen Edge of Tomorrow - yet another amazing film of his.
One of the greatest movies of all time. Hans Zimmer created the score and as always absolutely incredible. This movie, legends of the fall, braveheart and the last of the mohicans are a must see in life. Thank you for bringing so much joy into our lives!
Holy shit, that is Hans Zimmer!
I'm sure the film wouldn't be as emotional or impactful if it didn't have that exact same soundtrack. Hans Zimmer is my favorite film composer and this film is one of my favorites of all time, I never get tired of rewatching it and I often miss it. I feel the need to come back to it every now and then because it gives me the same feeling that the main character has at the end, a small measure of peace...🙃
"Tell me how he died"
"I'll tell you how he lived"
I watched this movie years ago. Those lines stuck in my head until now.
Not only Tom Cruise's best film, but one of my favorite movies of all time. Nathan Algren finally found a life that allowed him to display the honor and integrity he possessed. Imagine being a soldier and having to follow orders given by a morally bankrupt "superior" officer. Every time Nathan killed an unarmed person it took a piece of his soul because he had integrity and honor, and he knew how wrong it was. He hated himself for not standing up for what was right...until he met the Samurai. A stunningly beautiful story! As many times as I've seen it, it still makes me cry.
Wow... I'm so glad you guys did reaction on this one. It's my favorite movie of all time, nothing gets close! I can watch it 1000 times with same emotions every time. Masterpiece!
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To take it a little further, the banner that Nathan is using to fight them all has a white tiger on it
Katsumoto saw it as a sign, an omen. Of what he couldn't be sure. Thus, the "conversations."
the scene when ujio swings his sword at algren and stops less than an inch away was a legit move he showed the director for how precise he could be . they included it for him.
That's the type of stunt I somehow know Tom Cruise would approve of due to stories of how committed he is to his roles. So much respect to both, the skill and the trust and commitment.
I'm sure he could do it, but it couldn't have been that dangerous because he wouldn't be using a real sword
@@darkphoenix2 you never know with Tom Cruise. In Mission impossible 2, where a guy tries to stab him in the eye and stops milimeters away from his eye, was apparently done using some kind of device and using a real blade.
@@povilasmarveloustv3810 that some kind of device was literally just rope tied to the knife to stop it dead at a certain length
@@markw4613 i heard rope as well, but i'm skeptical of that. 1st, the knife is way to stable. if it was attached to a rope then i'd expect it to move around more once it dropped. 2nd, there's no bounce when the knife drops.
edit: ok, so before i sent the reply i thought i'll google more about the stunt. Turns out, the knife was attached to a steel cable and the villain in the movie was actually trying to stab Tom Cruise, using all his strength but the cable attached to the blade wouldn't allow it to reach Tom. Now it explains why the blade wasnt moving around once it dropped and why there was no bounce. Nuts.
Katsumoto= The last Samurai.
"They are all perfect."
...I'm not crying! YOU'RE crying!
This is my favorite Tom Cruise movie. The story and the casting makes this such an iconic film.
While not historically accurate, this is still one of my favorites. The heart and soul of the story is there, and it's so well made.
This is a story being told by Graham, not a history book. So it would make sense he doesn't get everything right, especially in that time period.
@Timed Revolver but what it gets wrong is who the samurai actually were. Specifically they were the Japanese equivalent of European knights who sure, could be honorable, but they lived for the money. They used their skills to serve the aristocracy and had many privileges in society but by the late 1800s Japan wanted to become a modern country. So instead of relying on expensive samurai, the government could train a peasant who earlier could never compete with a skilled samurai and make them into a professional soldier trained by western officers. The samurai saw their status fading away and so rebelled but it wasn't because they refused to modernize like the movie portrays. It was because they knew thet were becoming obsolete and some evem used firearms
@@BobPantsSpongeSquare97 ...It's fictional, not biographical.
If the movie passed itself off as a true retelling, then I'd get the criticism. But it didn't.
You sound like the person who gets mad because no human could actually be Batman.
@@MrNewVegas2281 Wow, somebody has no reading comprehension at all.
My first comment wasn't hostile in any way. I was just explaining why the tale told in the film was historically inaccurate.
My second comment was to some jackass who felt the need to try 'owning' me by running their mouth and showing they're an idiot.
This comment is in response to someone who had no point to make, but felt they should interject anyway because, damn it, they want to be heard for no reason.
American officer was also an inaccuracy. The actual outsider was a French officer.
Katsumoto's last words have a double meaning. Even in the era of change from the samurai era to the westernization, he sticks to his own way of life and beliefs as a samurai, dying beautifully in battle, and the falling cherry blossoms that have grown splendidly over the years.
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In the end when Katsumoto says "They are all perfect" I believe he finally comes to the understanding that all of the blossoms are perfect, even with their flaws they are as they are meant to be.
This movie is SO beautiful. And the Hans Zimmer score is next level.
"Letters from Iwo Jima" is a great movie with Ken Watanabe, directed by Clint Eastwood and companion piece to "Flags of Our Fathers"
This movie is out of this world, the first time i watched i cried sooooo damn much. It's just a masterpiece, so beautiful. I wish more people gave the right appreciation this movie actually deserves!
The moment they beat the ninjas and have that roar of victory, you can feel that in your bones; I loved it!
Awesome reaction guys , Bad Medicine is our medicine for bad moods 😀
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This was by far my favorite Tom Cruise film. This film was shot so beautifully. I cry every single time I watch it. Loved y'alls reactions!
as grown man i will happily say that i cry to this movie everytime
Such a beautiful expression of the Japanese culture. Honestly, this is one of my favorite movies.
Fun fact: The Last Samurai did better in Japan than it did in the US. Proof that even fiction can embrace the ideals and beliefs of the culture portrayed with respect and reverence.
Similarly, Ghost of Tsushima was a videogame which was mostly well received but had a wave of complaints about cultural appropriation in USA and Europe while being the biggest-selling game in Japan and having several reviews from Japanese media saying it's the most Japanese game ever made. Which is a fair trade since the most American game ever made is Metal Wolf Chaos, which was made in Japan but never released in the West (until the remake which unfortunately wasn't as good as the original).
@@a-blivvy-yusBoth times, the politically correct showed that they have no idea what they're talking about and are only pretending to be virtuous for the sake of appearances.
Yet another movie that was totally filmed in New Zealand. NZ was chosen not just for the scenery but also for the Mountain that looks just like Mt Fuji. Plus, the country has a lot of experience with local filming having done the LOTRs and Avatar movies here. Tom enjoyed his stay in New Zealand. Cheers.
You know it's gonna be a banger when Hanz Zimmer is doing the score, pretty sure this was his 100th score
Hell yes!
Just woke up here in Sydney Australia and am soooo excited to settle in with a coffee and watch this. One of my all time favourite movies and you guys have been just hitting it out of the park with your reactions. I'm a busy mum of two who struggles with anxiety and your videos are the way I choose to spend my downtime! Thanks guys!
Opposite for me, it's late night where I am and I am going to watch this before I sleep.
Good luck in your life, everything is going to be fine👍😊
Hey fellow Sydneysider!
Glad we are able to help out! 😁🤙🤙
A most wonderful film, beautifully done, amazing story, beautiful. Thanks for reviewing The Last Samurai. Definately one of my absolute faves.
I remembered when this movie came out. I was in college taking a Japanese language course. My professor encouraged the class to watch this movie. It was and still is a great movie. Thank you for the review/reaction.
Wow! I watched this film last night, because I know the films you guys title this way are always phenomenal, and I was blown away. I had to immediately watch your reactions to it. I cannot believe that I went my whole life without watching this film. An absolute masterpiece! Thank you everyone who recommended them to watch it, because you help me discover this film, and already I can say it’s one of my favourite films that I’ve ever seen!
Thank you Justin and we'll said here! We still can't believe we didn't see this until now either. So we are right there with you. 🤘
I love this one! Tears flow every damn time!
Y'all killin the reactions! This is one of my fave Tom Cruise films. Ken Watanabe (Wah-Tah-Na-Be). He's one of my favorite actors.
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That's my favorite "romance" or rather growing appreciation and forgiveness story in movies. Very subtle and tactful. And that kiss in my mind is more like farewell and gratefulness for going into battle to surely die for her land , culture and children.
Already watched it 2 times with you guys on Patreon. Still can't get enough of this movie. Definitely a Masterpiece!! Jolly Good❤
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The music by Hans Zimmer gives me chills all the time, sometimes I cry. Loved your reaction, thanks for sharing it with us.
Last Samurai is a Classic. A true masterpiece and my fav Tom Cruise film. The Acting, Story, and Music were the best of the best.
One important point lost on a lot of people is that the cutting of Nobutada’s topknot in the market is a form of symbolic castration; a way of saying “you weren’t strong or skilled or virile enough to stop me. I let you live because you aren’t worthy of a warrior’s death.”
Several period films play with the social ramifications of this disgrace more. I recommend ‘Hara-Kiri: The Death of a Samurai’ in particular.
A phenomenal movie I had the pleasure of seeing right out of high school. Had a huge impact on my viewpoints of what I wanted to study in college, history being my topic of interest. I know not everything was actually correct in this film historically, but man, was it inspiring none the less. Great reaction guys, can't wait to see more movies like this on your channel with historical topics.
Such wonderful reactions to this beautiful and deep movie.
Everybody I know loves this masterpiece.
Whenever I think of the fact that Japan functions under the American Constitution, although its traditions and culture couldn`t be more different from the American ones, it always bends my mind.
The acting in this movie is great.. Everyone is great but the stand out is Ken Watanabe. His masterful acting is one of the most powerful and unforgettable performances I've ever seen in a film. It earned him an Oscar nomination..
I loved Tim Robbins in Mystic River (who won the Oscar that year) but man, Watanabe easily could have won. He's beyond incredible in this film. He lives that character.
I've seen this movie over a dozen times and it just occurred to me how difficult it would be to corral all of those terrified horses after the battle scenes were shot.
Great reaction by the way.
Absolutely love this movie. Great choice and great analysis
My first time of seeing Tom Cruise, Ken Watanabe, Hiroyuki Sanada etc. Marvelous movie with the most beautiful music, stunning sets and truly adrenaline pumping fight scenes. Absolutely marvelous 5/5 historical dramatization 😁❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️👍
This is one of my favorite movies of all time. Thanks for your guys’ genuine reactions and review. I’m glad you all got to experience this phenomenal film. As a suggestion I think you should watch the movie “Hidalgo” with Viggo Mortensen. It’s a great film that also has subtext around Native American heritage. Anyways, great video and I can’t wait for your next one!
The acting is so good. That stare when your prisoner of war has not only acquired a weapon, could have escaped in the chaos, but had your back in a fight.
I LOVED that you did this movie. So many beautiful messages. Too many mind!! How that message keeps me in my own life. Fabulous reaction!! I own it. The culture and honor. So much respect to you guys to feel this movie.
this movie is so well done. its beautiful and heartbreaking. the action is wwell done,t he acting is good, the scenes are beautifully shot, the story is really good on so many levels. it really is pretty flawless.
i also love you respect you felt for the honr the soldier s on he attlefiled had for katumoto!
You guys should check out some other movies with Ken Watanabe. He's really a terrific actor in every right.
This film always hits me hard. Sure they took some liberties with the history here (There were instances of Samurai wielding guns for a long time before the Meiji restoration), but overall the story is just phenomenal. The setting, the action, the characters. Just all so great. The music especially, one of cinema's finest scores.
"I will tell you how he lived", god what a good line!
Oh wow wasn't expecting this at all but I'm so glad you guys chose it. Everything about this Movie is beautiful. From the scenery, to the music and the actors performances. Loved it😍
LOVE this movie! Thanks for the great reaction. Making me want to go back and watch it again. ❤
WOW! Did not expect this film to be this dang good. What was your reaction? What would you rate this film? One of Tom Cruise's best?
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Won't say best cause cruise has one of the best filmography of all time. Collateral, Jerry Maguire, magnolia, few good men, rain man, born on the fourth of July etc many movies of his are top notch
Anyone tell y’all what the significance of one white glove was? Don’t see it.
Also, I don’t think any of y’all caught the white tiger connection (the intro dream and the flag). That’s what Kat’mo was thinking about when he first saw him.
If u like this Film, u can like "memoir of a Geisha" too. I love both Films so much.
This is truly one of my favourite films with Tom in. A superbly told story which shows the honour and tradition so well , although there were mixed feelings of the true historical relevance from many Japanese. Although Katsumoto was fictional there are links to Saigõ Takamori who was a Samurai under the Meiji Restoration. I think Ken and Hiroyuki performances are astounding. For more Samurai amazing films with Hiroyuki , watch The Twilight Samurai and also Legend of Eight Samurai. The Twilght Samurai won 38 awards including 12 Japan Academy Awards.
this movie is so close to perfect it's crazy. it never gets old.
Not only does Algren show that they aren't ready by getting shot at, he is also willing to die at the spot to end his suffering.
This movie is so amazing on so many levels.
The war cry after they defeated the ninja attack gives me chills everytime. So god.
so basically this movie is based off the true events of the civil war between Samurai and the imperial japan (not 100% accurate since the US weren't involved yet), Japan was undergoing major cultural changes during this time period (mostly because of influences from western countries like France and the relationship with the Dutch, not so much the US right now), In the span of a decade, rebels fought to retain the old way of life (also samurai for hundreds to thousands of years were the ultimate power and military leaders of Japan, up until Japan started to adapt to form a western type of military and more western constitution, the war really took off after the new laws that banned people from wearing a katana sword in public among other things, this forced samurai to adapt causing the cultural to come to an end
I have watched this movie countless times I cry every time imo this is the best movie Tom Cruise has done and believe me I love Tom Cruise great reaction guys
I watched this movie in theater and it moved me deeply, foundet my fascination with japanese culture and a big interest in sword fencing. Took me nearly twenty years to try it, though, and against medical advice, but I try the best I can and I take this Determination and the philosophy to fight through a long dark time in my life.
In retroperpective I dare to say, that subconciously this movie influenced a whole lot of my life.
This is a great movie that I have not watched for a long time now. The visuals and the emotions of this movie are incredible. It was fun watching you guys with the emotional investment. Great reaction.
This is definitely a movie that I can watch over and over again. It's visually stunning and the action and acting are on point. My favorite Tom Cruise movie!
Re watch this each year with my buddies and that ending still gets a tear out of us. Side note we always felt the "last Samurai" title philosophically was never referring to Tom Cruise's character but us as the audience were seeing the last of the Samurai through Tom's eyes essentially.
This film is such a blast. When he endears himself to the family, and created relationships with all the people in the village... Brilliantly written, and I'm still enjoying my own search for the perfect blossom...
The key thing about the scene where Algren is getting beaten down by Ujiro with the bokken in the rain is that they all realize that he absolutely will not stop fighting until he is incapable of doing so or he dies. This is the moment where Ujiro begins to respect him, as shown by the fact that he tosses Algren's bokken to the boy at the end so he cannot pick it up again, instead of leaving it on the ground in contempt like he had previously.
One of my favourite movies ever tbh. So glad you did a reaction on it. And even happier that you enjoyed it so much
Great reaction as always guys! Such a powerful and emotional movie for me, I love it!
Omg i love this movie, its epic. This is another one I've watched over and over. I dont understand people that hate Tom Cruise movies
This movie is on my list of all-time favorites for pure emotion. It's up there with movies like "What Dreams May Come" and "Secret Life of Walter Mitty" as some of the most tear-jerking content ever put on film. Fantastic watch and, as always, another fantastic react by one of my favorite teams on the Tube.
This is one of my favourites, I always rewatch it whenever I am feeling low. Brilliant brilliant in every way.
Some more reccos since you loved this:
Memoirs of a Geisha
Hidalgo
Duma
Real Steel
Queen of Katwe
I cry from start to finish. Actually from just the menu music on the dvd before the start.
Tom Cruise spent 2 years learning Japanese and iaido (japanese swordsmanship) before the start of filming.
How did I miss you guys reacting to this!? I always loved this movie, but it's been probably 8 years since I last saw it. Looking forward to going through it with you guys now.
You guys are such fun to watch and I especially enjoy the commentary after to the point that I can’t watch other channels if they’re not you guys.
The way the gatling gun scene at the end is shot is amazing. Building music during their charge towards the hill and then as the gatling guns begin to fire the music just cuts out and you're left with the sounds of the guns and the carnage they are enacting with the music returning as everyone falls.
Great reaction to a fantastic movie one of my top 10 of historical period movies including The Kingdom of Heaven, Gladiator, Braveheart, Rob Roy and tv shows like Rome, The Tudors, Medici, The Borgias, and Versailles as examples. 😊
First time I saw this movie remember me Dances with wolves. It's so beautiful and visually stunning
The Oak. Love your statement and knowledge at the end.
Finally! A reaction for this incredible movie. Thanks guys
One of my favourite movies & definitely my favourite Tom Cruise movie. I could watch Algren & Katsumoto have several films worth of conversations.
I'm so glad you guys all lived in a bubble and never saw this movie. One of my favorites.
The fact that Tom was not nominated for an Oscar for this is disgusting.
I'm surprised y'all hadn't seen this. Thx for another one of your great reactions.
I absolutely love this movie! I don't think I'm the only one here who would love living in that japanese village. There's so many powerful and perfect scenes I don't know where to start. But scenes that really piss me off, scenes that are strong and scenes that are movingly beautiful... and with an amazing soundtrack that is always there.
Even if I've seen the movie several times, it get's me emotional every time.
I first watched The Last Samurai expecting to dislike it. Tom Cruise as the last samurai? I’ve watched it many times since it was released. It’s beautiful, with Tom Cruise playing a character who is witness to the last samurai. 10/10.
Last samurai imo best movie with Tom, this movie have soul, proud, honor, that so rare in this days in movies.
I’ve never understood why people immediately assume Tom Cruise is the last Samurai. Just because he’s in it. You just don’t know a story until it’s revealed. Katsumoto was the last of the Samurai.
I like the romance in this movie! We don't know if her former husband was a good man, he was probably not very loving with his kids and such, which is probably pretty normal in this setting, but Algren shows that he's different, and it's probably endearing to her. Plus they spent like 6 months together before that kiss happens, which is a big plus in my eyes. At least it cannot be called rushed. I would not have minded if it stopped at them giving each other looks, either, but a lot of movies just put a random romance in to check a box, without complexity and without doing anything to make it believable.
I never considered that Taka’s spouse was possibly not a sweet, loving dad and husband. I agree with you. That is a possibility! Which may be one factor she, in time, learned to like Algren.
As Nathan himself observed while living among them, those people are almost always formal, serious, stoic, super polite, and that they avoid expressing too much emotions and feelings. So, assuming Hirotaro was possibly not a sweet dad is not that unreasonable.
Thanks for the insight!
Such an incredible movie! I would also love to see your guys' reaction to Secretariat
Ken Watanabe is wonderful in this movie. Also in Memoirs of a Geisha which I really hope you’ll watch soon!
I also want to recommend Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon if you haven’t seen it.
Thank you for the best reaction channel out there!
I second Memoirs of a Geisha. Everyone whom I lent the disk always returns it with good words. Also the ONLY movie John Williams requested to score.
I adore this movie. It's a tradition to watch it with my Dad at this point, and we have the best time every time. This and Collateral are my favorite Tom Cruise movies by a lot. Granted, I haven't seen many of his movies. But it's no contest for me.
Always enjoy your reactions and insights. As someone who has watched inaccurate and weird movies about my culture made(Iran) , I always check movies I watch to make sure if they are fictional or not and The Last Samurai's premise is historically more accurate than most movies. It’s one of my favorite movies and I’m glad you watched it. Thanks
Great pick and I loved your reactions as always. This is probably my top favorite movie starring Tom Cruise. Everything about it is beautifully done -even the soundtrack is brilliant.
8:58 THANK YOU for catching something every other reviewer misses. Algren was absolutely looking for a way to die in this scene - the self-loathing and self-directed hatred behind his "shoot me damn it" is honestly terrifying to hear.
This was de first 'grown up' movie I saw. My dad took me to the theathers when I was like 12. It impressed me a lot and this movie will always have a special place in my heart. It is just soo good. I can't watch it without crying. The music also is amazing..
I always get so juiced when when yall drop a video!!! 🙌🔥🙌🔥
Another one of my fav movie you guys reacted ❤ I watched last samurai before MI series of tom Cruise…. Was a bit surprised u guys haven’t watched one of the classics, but glad I got to see the reaction …. Good going guys … can’t wait for next reaction and to be surprised 😊 with another one of my fav movie ❤
I love that you guys hear general custar and that he was a great man and are astounded. then when Ulgrin sayys he was a POS man looking after his own glory not to much to say.
Great Reactions truly enjoyed watching this with you guys.
Absolutely loved you guys reactions to this I knew you would all love this one I saw this in the cinema and was blown away. And to The oak I love your thoughts at the end of these movies you bring a smile to my face every time
My first time to your channel, and lived the reaction. It is such an emotional and well crafted movie with outstanding performances and amazing cinematography. Well done, from Sydney Australia
Thank you and thanks for watching🤙
one of my all time favorites! id love for you guys to check out 300 or 1917 soon!!
2 years later still waiting for 1917 !! lol