Shōgun is a Masterpiece | Finale Reaction and Series Review

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The Shōgun finale has premiered, and we have reached the end of the show. This is my series review and finale reaction, as we discuss these incredible characters and a divisive episode 10. Did you watch on FX or Hulu? Set in the 17th Century, the story is told from the perspective of British hero John Blackthorne, a sailor who rises from outsider to samurai, while being used as a pawn in Japanese leader Toranaga's struggle to reach the top of the ruling chain, or Shogun.
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Time Codes:
Story and Impact - 0:00
John Blackthorne - 1:35
Core Relationship and Yabushige - 2:37
Building Through Season - 4:14
Final Spoilers and Expectations - 5:12
Mariko's Impact and Big Moment - 7:10
Filmmaking and Complaint - 9:09
Final Thoughts - 11:09
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This is my Shogun Review and Episode 10 Reaction.

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@Grevlain 15 днів тому

Its not a flash forward. Old Blackthorn is a dream. Its Anjin's dream. (Name of episode) He remembers the dream throughout the episode as he realizes its not going to become reality. Finally dropping the cross (seen in his dream) in the sea and truly accepting that his life will remain in Japan. This show is an amazing creation, and literally a work of art.

@Jeton6 14 днів тому

the dream-within-a-dream is John's dream of old age back in England gets overwritten by Toronaga's dream of becoming Shogun with John by his side.

@MustardSkaven 14 днів тому

Toranaga is holding the cross in the final shot.

@sabel5209 14 днів тому

I've seen like, maybe 2 youtube reviews who realized this. i thought they made it fairly obvious for anyone who was paying attention to the screen

@FallenKnight2244 15 днів тому

Honestly it is refreshing to see a big budget show treated with such subtlety and respect to audiences. This show is filled with poetic and meaningful quotes that I will surely remember.

@darkkeg4217 15 днів тому

The actors for Mariko & Blackthrone should be locks in the Emmys

@AustinBurke 14 днів тому

I’m with you

@labguru7628 14 днів тому

Sad (that it has ended), stunned, and totally satisfied by this limited series. Mariko is an all-time great character and "Crimson Sky" is one of the best episodes of television in history.

@Twinsav09 14 днів тому

I mean, what an absolutely beautiful finale. That is how a series should be done.

@patrickchan1026 14 днів тому

I think it’s pretty evident that the old Blackthorne vision was just his dream. 1) episode title “a dream of a dream” 2) John woken up by Yabushige during first dream. 3) John woken up by the doctor during second dream and flashbacks of Mariko. 4) John looking back at his dream before deciding to commit seppuku. That scene he basically tells you that he let go of his old dream of having a successful campaign into Japan.l and dying of old age back in Europe. 5) Him letting go of Mariko’s cross into the water which was the same cross in his dream.

@gonaye1 14 днів тому

The most beautiful part of the finale for me was how many people were affected by Mariko’s death, either by regretting it (Ishido, the Regents, Yabusige), remembering her poetry (Lady Ochiba, Toranaga) remembering her words (Blackthorne, Fuji), or honoring her wishes (Toranaga, the Monk Alvito). Toranaga’s vision (and four-dimensional chess game) was finally realized, but the show never forgot that Mariko was the true heart of the story, transforming everyone by her life and by her death, and destroying Toranaga’s enemies in a way an army never could. She was such an unforgettable character in a such a wonderful show. Thank you, Mariko-dono. You are the beautiful flower that finally fell, but, thankfully, you have been carried by the wind for all of the world to see and cherish, and you will never be forgotten. 🌸🌺🌸

@shaneodwyer6132 13 днів тому

The scene on the boat when Anjin is sobbing after learning the truth about Marikos deal was heartbreaking. Brilliant show, wonderfully subtle and epic at the same time.

@Marvel3853 15 днів тому

I think one can't just justify this show in enough words, the parallels, the poetic theme, dialogues and such clever writing. They took a unique approach of bare minimum action, wan't a fan at first, but damn they got me, and the fact it's most of the big plot points are taken from real life blew my mind, respect for creators 8.8/10 for me, the finale was just so damn good, the value/meaning it provided to the whole show WHEW

@mmdusa 14 днів тому

The absolute best show I have seen since I don't know when. It must be awarded a ton of trophies. Where do I begin?

@jacobia7093 14 днів тому

It’s been decades since I read it, but I can highly, highly recommend the Shogun book. I remember being thoroughly engrossed and loving it. It’s very well written.

@jameshampton1832 11 днів тому

The book is much better. But whatever, just my opinion. Maybe if i seen the show first, but I doubt it.

@OrionInSpace 15 днів тому

The showrunners and creators confirmed this morning that no Season 2 is happening unless they find a story they think works. Honestly, I get it and they made the right decision. I’m gonna binge this show again in like a month it’s that good. I don’t do that with most if not any show I watched. Andor and this got me hooked that hard. This show has a a way with conversation that may have developed characters in the best way possible that I’ve ever seen in my life. Like you said Austin… masterpiece!🙏🏻

@scaryfstball100 15 днів тому

Success and money trump all. It was on record that the Joker movie wasn't going to have a sequel until it grossed a billion dollars. Bet money there will be more Shogun, whether it's a sequel, prequel, or spin-off.

@OrionInSpace 15 днів тому

@@scaryfstball100 well we’ll have to see, idk the details behind how that could come about unless given the green light by the actual creators themselves

@madtitan0825 15 днів тому

Agree, it’s been a while that a show that just left me empty like this, it’s emotionally riveting, also for people who felt disappointed there’s no final battle, audience have to remember, Toranaga isn’t the one that craves conflict, Ishido, our main antagonist of the series, is the one who wants to start the war, that itself already speaks the theme of the story

@jameshampton1832 11 днів тому

No one cares about who wanted conflict or not. It's just some people prefer action and some drama.

@ahmedalmabrook8329 15 днів тому

One of the greatest show ever , all actors are great the direction the cinematography , the epic .. man this is my no.1 As per google it cost 250$ ml

@joseyong 15 днів тому

Shogun is one of my top 5 books ever; the book gave me a deeper understanding of Japanese culture and this book is the first one of 6 books saga about Asia.

@AustinBurke 15 днів тому

Interesting, I definitely need to check it out.

@SumtingWong343 12 днів тому

One of my favorite scene in the last episode is Mariko's funeral. Has Toranaga learns what happenned in Osaka, he closes is eyes and the scene cuts to a wide shot from the sky slowly getting closer to the funeral. That and the catholic chant in the back was absolutely hypnotising. This scene was amazing.

@loulou20200 14 днів тому

10/10 for me😊. And I'm still mourning for Mariko's death😢

@Comminsense12 14 днів тому

This is a series I will watch every few years or so.

@lissaToday5787 15 днів тому

Yes. I got my Shogun book ready to read as soon as the show ended.

@philiparonson8315 14 днів тому

The book is great. Be warned: it’s 1200 pages. The ‘final’ battle is not fully described, only its outcome.

@JSPokemonYT 14 днів тому

Easily the best TV Show of 2024 so far.

@akashharripersaud2386 15 днів тому

I thought this series was fantastic! It was a slow burn, but man, every scene was built so meticulously, poetically and haunting, that I was engrossed the entire time. The 3 leads were absolutely fantastic but I gotta say Anna Sawai as Mariko-Sama absolutely stole this show! Looking forward to seeing more of her, especially in the Monarch series.

@Bekka_Noyb 14 днів тому

absolutely brilliant series! ♥

@denniskristos3800 14 днів тому

The novel or the 1980 miniseries adaptation doesn't include the decisive, large scale Battle Of Sekigahara so why should I or anyone else expect it to materialize just for this series? The total production budget of Shogun (without said battle) so far, has been a closely guarded secret, but considering the quality level and authenticity of the rest of the series' VFX, including it, would have ballooned the show's cost considerably... Historical records state that an estimated 160,000 men fought in that battle. That's one helluva lot of CG and rendering time ergo... no battle.

@Rockstar-bq5fm 14 днів тому

Such a classy show, it’ was filled with so much quality

@ashirbadmohanty5688 13 днів тому

Best of the year & it'll still stand at the top even when year the year ends

@jameshampton1832 11 днів тому

Interesting fact I typed in "Shogun finale review" I got this and about 10 more that said Finale explained, Oh my god I couldn't stop laughing who needed it explained to them. Toranaga practically drew a picture explaining it to Yabu!

@daikaizouku1468 14 днів тому

Man, I didn't even think you were watching this show after a busy Awards season coverage, but am glad to see this video on my feed today. Shogun is such a fantastic show and ended true to form, and it was beautiful. Got me tearing through the final episode, and I'm not usually one to emotionally react to movies/TV shows.

@hendricksroshane 14 днів тому

Likely the best TV Show of the year truly.

@KeriAdow 11 днів тому

It was absolutely bloody brilliant

@tomassali8870 5 днів тому

Read the book 30 years ago 🙂. It’s sad that people are discovering these jewels only by TV? Truly sad. But you can’t beat the source, the book. Highly recommended

@doasindefinitely 15 днів тому

Mariko-sama! ❤

@Twinsav09 14 днів тому

I think this will be my favorite show of all time right next to Game of Thrones

@michaellemos6053 8 днів тому

Read the book 3 times since it was first out. Probably read again. Like LOTR, a worthy and very satisfying read. So go for it!

@belowpressure 15 днів тому

Real good limited series rn with this and Baby Reindeer

@pia1654 14 днів тому

One of my favourite characters was Fuji. I am so glad she played an important part in the final episode.

@ryanmurphy7976 10 днів тому

It's one of the best series i have ever seen true masterpiece

@MrNH718 14 днів тому

There really is that feeling of emptiness after finishing a really great series. What else is there worth looking at now? 😅

@majemaje0805sweetvoice 14 днів тому

The novel has ended, but Japanese history is going to be interesting from now on. It would be a shame to end the Shogun series without seeing the battles with Ishido's army (Battle of Sekigahara), Ochiba who defected to Toranaga and led the unification of Japan, and later Toranaga's (Autumn Siege) (Winter Siege) where Ochiba and her son attacked Osaka Castle. They should definitely make a season 2.

@ziggy8253 15 днів тому

Austin Burke is the shogun of UKposts.

@scholargypsy7507 15 днів тому

😂

@shaneodwyer6132 13 днів тому

It's the exact opposite of the final season of GOT... it's sublime and unforgettable. Big battles aren't everything!!

@clash5j 12 днів тому

People who read the book after watching this series are going to be in a constant stream of puzzlement as to how much of the book is left out and/or changed from the novel - Wait, Rodrigues is a major character??? The 1980 version is much more faithful to the novel

@Malt454 12 днів тому

Yes, this is true - as good as it was, the recent miniseries is just too centered on Mariko.

@gurei4761 14 днів тому

Instead of a sequel they should do a backstory when Toranaga was still a hostage kid until he became the current Toranaga then they can make a sequel when Ieyasu AKA Toranaga became a Shogun.

@muylae 14 днів тому

i don't think there is enough material / history for another season, but having 12 episodes instead of 10, to include the Sekigahara battle, would have been nice i guess, but i feel satisfied with the 10 episodes....

@MustardSkaven 14 днів тому

Are you serious? Not enough history? They can make 10 more sequels and prequels based on history.

@THEGAMESEEKERS 14 днів тому

Toranga-sama: Any last words? Yabushige-dono: 🤪hehehe...catfish?

@tmoon9297 14 днів тому

I wanted Crimson Sky to be more epic in scope and battle

@dmacleod3843 13 днів тому

Yeah, you need to both go read the source material and watch the 1980 original series adaptation. I promise both will be eye-opening experiences. That aside, yes, the show was great, but the last episode was disappointing.

@Bullz_eye47 13 днів тому

This tv show is what Ridley Scott's napoleon wished to be.

@Malt454 12 днів тому

It was good; not a masterpiece or much of an adaptation, but complete in itself. Very well written and acted, but it didn't really do the novel as much justice as the original miniseries. The approach was a little too Mariko-centric, but it was still good. As with anything now with an adult level of achievement, the glowing hyperbole is just way over the top.

@MoviesSenpai 15 днів тому

So austin is this the new decade's game of thrones?

@AustinBurke 15 днів тому

Absolutely!

@tomislavcehajic9642 14 днів тому

After Game of thrones season 4 best season on tv but this is limited series

@mariamarie862 14 днів тому

I give it an 8 out of ten. the story lag in some areas. I wish some characters had more screen time. but what kept me really watching the show was the actor that kept switching sides. he just wanted to survive among huge egos

@nkcjulie 15 днів тому

Honestly, I think I prefer the Richard Chamberlain version. It's hard to admit that. And YES, READ THE BOOK. It's one of my favorites of all time.

@clash5j 12 днів тому

I prefer the 1980 version also, but I also acknowledge that some of that may be due to nostalgia

@iranimilitantzifu7015 15 днів тому

That's more true than Jesus is true

@jamesdunn1935 13 днів тому

The last episode put me to sleep.

@jameshampton1832 11 днів тому

Yada, yada, yada, Sorry I can't listen to more of this B.S. Let me start off by saying if you liked this show great I do not blame you or necessarily disagree with you. How ever as a fan of the book this was very sub par. Yea Yea it looked great. However they changed to much for me to get interested in it. I have no aversion to reading subtitles but why all the Japanese dialogue? Not enough native Japanese cast that could handle the English language? Now before you get your drawers in a bunch and want to throw labels at me for asking a question. I seem to remember in the book Blackthorne and Mariko primarily spoke Portuguese possibly some Spanish, definitely some Latin in mor private conversations. But it's been 55 years maybe I remember it wrong. I often watch Japanese, Korean and Taiwanese TV and movies subtitles do not bother me at all. Also subtitles is way superior to over dubbing. Either way in my opinion they changed the story from primarily a romance story to a political drama. I was not a fan. Damm I still gotta say visually it was stunning.

@travisspazz1624 14 днів тому

Some visual effects aren't the best and one action scene fell flat for me and that's it. Those are the only flaws I can think of!! It has so much intellect, so much humor(?), and so much heart. Everyone involved should get Emmy consideration!! All the Blackthorne and Fuji scenes in the finale were heart-wrenching! The loss of Mariko seemingly left a hole in the world. And Toranaga was a cold as ice p.i.m.p.

@terrymcginnis01 7 днів тому

Minority opinion but... I thought it was fine. Pretty mid. Anticlimactic ending, really slow for a finale. For anyone paying attention, you could have guessed how it would end.