The Last Samurai

Tom Cruise shines as a Civil War veteran who is hired to train the Japanese army to defeat the country's ritualistic former defenders, the Samurai. Captain Nathan Algren (Cruise) is regarded as an American hero from the Civil War, but the reality of his experience leaves him embittered. Hired by the Japanese monarchy to instruct their troops in modern warfare, Algren is subsequently captured by the rapidly disappearing Samurai—a profound experience that leaves him questioning his allegiance to the monarchy. Ken Watanabe was nominated for a 2003 Best Supporting Actor Oscar(R) for his portrayal of the Samurai leader who opens Algren's eyes to a way of life that allows him one last chance to reconcile his past. Directed by Edward Zwick (Legends of the Fall, Glory).more

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