The Last Samurai

The Last Samurai

2003 · Directed by Edward Zwick

dramaactionwar

Nathan Algren is an American hired to instruct the Japanese army in the ways of modern warfare, which finds him learning to respect the samurai and the honorable principles that rule them. Pressed to destroy the samurai's way of life in the name of modernization and open trade, Algren decides to become an ultimate warrior himself and to fight for their right to exist.

Want to add this to your taste profile?

Sign in to tell us what you loved about The Last Samurai. The more specific you are, the better the recommendations we’ll give you.

Sign in to add a Love

More films like The Last Samurai

Closest in mood, pacing and theme. Tell us why you loved The Last Samuraiand we’ll explain which ones fit you.