The Last Samurai

2003 • Movie • 92,001 views

Action

Overview

The Last Samurai is a 2003 epic historical action drama film directed by Edward Zwick, starring Tom Cruise as Captain Nathan Algren, a disillusioned American Civil War veteran who is hired to train the Japanese Imperial Army. He is captured by a samurai rebellion led by Katsumoto (Ken Watanabe). He learns the samurai way of life and becomes a samurai himself. The film is a meditation on honor, tradition, and the clash of cultures. The Last Samurai was a critical and commercial success, earning over $456 million on a $140 million budget. It was nominated for four Academy Awards, including Best Supporting Actor for Ken Watanabe.