Just got back from seeing The Last Samurai...
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I just returned from seeing the movie The Last Samurai, and all I can say is... wow! By far the best movie I've seen this year, and could well be one of the best movies I've ever seen. The main character (played by Tom Cruise) is a captain in the US Army in 1875, and is a "hero" for his success in fighting the indian wars. He is ordered to go to Japan to help train the emperor's troups with modern firearms to flush out the last samurai rebellion. What follows is an outstanding story of honor, duty, and loyalty. Wonderful film work, solid story, and if you're at all inclined to get wet eyes at movies, take kleenex. Be forewarned that the battle scenes are graphic but terribly realistic.
While I don't know that I'd choose Tom Cruise for an Oscar in his role (although I wouldn't argue and he should be at least nominated), I am convinced that I just saw the Academy's pick for movie of the year and a classic movie for historical purposes... Go see it.
I just returned from seeing the movie The Last Samurai, and all I can say is... wow! By far the best movie I've seen this year, and could well be one of the best movies I've ever seen. The main character (played by Tom Cruise) is a captain in the US Army in 1875, and is a "hero" for his success in fighting the indian wars. He is ordered to go to Japan to help train the emperor's troups with modern firearms to flush out the last samurai rebellion. What follows is an outstanding story of honor, duty, and loyalty. Wonderful film work, solid story, and if you're at all inclined to get wet eyes at movies, take kleenex. Be forewarned that the battle scenes are graphic but terribly realistic.
While I don't know that I'd choose Tom Cruise for an Oscar in his role (although I wouldn't argue and he should be at least nominated), I am convinced that I just saw the Academy's pick for movie of the year and a classic movie for historical purposes... Go see it.
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Posted by John Head At 10:34:09 On 07/12/2003 | - Website - |
The best movie award for 2003 will go to Terminator 3:Rise of the Machines!
Only joking!
Sadly, I'll have to wait until January 2004 before I can go see The Last Samurai, but roll on December 17th 2003 for international release of LOTR:The Return of the King!
Posted by Frank At 05:19:43 On 08/12/2003 | - Website - |