*SHOGUN* Is Everything We Needed | Episode 1 Reaction

just as s2 got announced! 😂

Somewhere between just sitting and watching and overreacting there's a happy medium.

You are going to LOVE this show, it is poetry .... the acting and especially the writing are outstanding.

Im so late to this vid, I liked it

Let's goooo.. be aware though, this is not an action show,.

One bad scene in the first episode, but a bang-up series to the very end.

I dont know if both of you seen the latest mortal kombat movie but hiroyuki is scorpion. And in bullet train with brad pitt.

She's a gagger? You guys gotta watch more things that might make her gag

enjoy

yoshi is the last name , torranaga is first name .

there is a samurai saying: "Duty, heavy as a mountain; Death, as light as a feather." looking forward to your reactions to the rest of the episodes.

Spartan looks like Cosmo Jarvis

Spartan & Pudgey Awesome Video/Episode Today!!🔥🐐🐐💎

Spartacus Blood and Sand!!
Literally Game of Thrones and the movie 300 combined. Guarantee you guys will LOVE it

It's interesting watching you here, in the early part of the show - you haven't adjusted yet to where the show is. Blackthorn is in an alien world, no different to if this was an episode of Star Trek. He - and you, and me when I first watched it - hasn't got ANYTHING in common with these people. They don't share the most basic ideas of life and morals. Things that you and I and he think are obvious, fundamental, beyond argument, are just completely unknown to the Japanese. Killing yourself and your child for shaming your lord is an honourable act, to them (as much as we find it horrific). You'll get it, don't worry - you'll come to see how they think and feel. And it's a fascinating journey.

Toronaga is Ned Stark, if Ned had an actual fucking clue about how the game is played.

I’m so glad you guys are reacting to this series. You’re in for a real good treat. The writing, the acting, the production, are all top notch.

I know you have the subtitles actually turned on, but I immediately missed the natural subtitles of the show for when the Japanese are speaking. The actual style of the natural subtitles (color, drop shadow, typeface, etc) just looks so vintage and beautiful paired with the cinematography and camera lens' focal length, color grading, etc. It's so beautiful, I instantly missed it seeing you actually using the CCs. Beautiful choices they've made. Turn off the CC if you're comfortable with it, because the Japanese subtitles they already include look so warm.

the subtitles are a little too smol ;_;

Man I watched episode 1 last night because I love seeing you both react to shows. We’re you both surprised to see that weird cuckled scene between the uncle that young maybe 17-20 kid and that I’m guessing Japanese pleasure girl.

These two are the dumbest commentators

YES FINALLY! I LOVED this mini series so much

I AM JOHN BLACKTHORNE!

I literally watched this whole show, then went back and watched the version from the 70s. This version is so much better- the characters have so much more depth in this version. I was amazed how the two versions could follow the same overall plot yet be so different.

You will love this! Some amazing scenery characters, and intense moments in this series. Can't wait for this journey 🙌🏽 ❤

This series is SO. GOOD!
But man, what a brutal society weighed down with nearly unbearable protocol.

Spontaneous poetry was a thing. Even in Europe at one point. The Japanese still revere poetry. At least far more than we do in the western world.

Just wanted to say that my man is a sailor (inland) captain and he doesn't know how to swim either 😅 I've heard it's not that uncommon surprisingly..

Japans history prior to the end of World War 2 is quite.. a violent one just fyi lol

HOW THE HELL DID I MISS THIS?! Damn two days ago and this was my most anticipated show for y'all to watch

Unlike fictional Game of Thrones; this Shogun story, it’s characters, were all based on real life history.

My advice... While watching react to this series.. just don't compare their culture with your..

Toranage is basically the Tywin Lannister of game of thrones 🤣🤣

Stop bring your 2000's sensibilities on world old history. Things and traditions were different back then and Christianity wasn't as worldwide as it is now. And how can you read the subtitles and still get confused by what's going on. And stop judging this in black or white and good or bad. Everyone in history has shades of grey

I watched Shogun and it was OK. It's really a 95% redo of the original 1980 Shogun tv miniseries (based on a book)...same characters, same plots, same events. The only real difference is time around they can show sex/nudity and graphic violence. GOT (based on a book) was original.

The best TV show I've watched in a while. Really excellent and is historically accurate for the most part, outside of some names and some other details, which is an amalgamation of different things and traditions/time periods. No complaints on that though, as it is television, not a documentary.

Sanada San's SHOGUN is such an amazing series. I read the show was reviewed a second time (the script) because it was not deemed good enough, and finally settled on the final version for Season 1 that ended. Guys - i honestly wish there are more than 10 episodes just so they can squeeze in more of the book...because as we know adaptations certainly take liberties at the expense of something due to budget / time. Nevertheless...all the episodes are beautiful. Cinematography top shelf. I've never felt like that since the very best parts of GOT (insert your fav / most impactful / emotional season & episode). I wish i get to experience it all over again, fresh ! Believe me you guys will be at the edge of your seats.

Loving your reactions already. Excited for you guys!

When can we expect the release of the second episode? The anticipation is building up, and we're all eagerly waiting!

@SpartanandPudgey So glad you are delving into this incredible show. It’s based on the 1975 book & is a remake of the groundbreaking 1980 tv mini series which was one of the first truly epic tv shows which are common today. Also the book & 1980 show were culturally important as it piqued more interest in Japanese history & culture which in the 70’s was basically some household name brands like Sony, Honda & Toyota to Western audiences. Sushi, karate, anime, etc weren’t ubiquitous & widespread to US & English speaking nations as they are today. So this show had really big shoes to fill.

They didn’t just meet expectations they surpassed them with this masterful remake. Everything from the sets to the costumes to the cinematography are top notch but it’s the great story & incredible acting that ties it all together & makes it so visceral & emotional.

By the way I noticed your mailing address is in the state of Victoria. As Aussies, you two should have great pride in the hugely influential & groundbreaking Mad Max franchise written by the mad scientist director George Miller. I don’t know if you two live in Melbourne but Mad Max 1 was filmed around Melbourne & The Road Warrior or Mad Mad 2 was shot at Broken Hill (I think it’s part of NSW) which is north & slightly west of Melbourne. I don’t believe you two have seen any of the Mad Max movies which had a huge hand in creating the post-apocalyptic movie genre. There were 3 Mad Max films in the 70’s-80’s & the 2 new ones. The backstory to 2015’s Fury Road is actualky incredible because it was delayed for years but became an instant classic & one of the best films ever. George Miller has been one of the most important filmmakers & Australian filmmakers who put the nascent Australian tv & film industry on the map, so to speak. After you react to Shogun, I think you two should journey into the Mad Max world which heavily influenced Fallout. As Aussies, George Miller & Mad Max should be a huge point of pride for you. I don’t think you guys have reacted to them yet, but maybe I’m wrong. Just my humble suggestion & request.

Enjoy the ride that is Shogun. 🙂👍

i just watched episode 3 and now its much clearer to me who is who and how everyone is entangled with each other. i am enjoying the series so far and i see potential for some epic stuff. and , hate me, but im annoyed by the voice of John Blackthorne, just doesnt vibe with me
PS: i watched "Blue Eye Samurai" earlier this year and it blew me away. heavy recommendation

SHOW GOON

"SHOGAN" 😂

AUSSIES!!!!! :) Just some notes about the young samurai, Tadayoshi, committing himself and his son to death for speaking up and embarrassing his lord. it may have seemed extreme (and it was!) but he actually committed multiple offences punishable by death. #1: He stepped foot into the council of regents' meeting room without permission which was violation of strict hierarchical rules. #2: Drawing one's sword inside the castle's walls (even half-way) with anger or aggression was forbidden and a direct threat to both the safety and authority of the lords present, which in this case was the 4 most important lords in the country. #3: Challenging the behaviour/words of a lord would be viewed as profoundly disrespectful to ALL lords present as the social hierarchy maintains its overall stability through honour and decorum. This is why Toranaga's response was always so polite. While very uncommon, in extreme cases of dishonor, a samurai might offer to extend the act of seppuku to his family, including his male child, to fully atone for the perceived disgrace and to remove the stain from his family line. This drastic measure would underscore the severity of the offense and the samurai’s profound commitment to restoring honor. Ultimately, it is up to the lord to accept or deny the request. Tadayoshi told his wife Fuji that the order came from his lord so we know Toranaga accepted. As to why he accepted? Again, to maintain decorum. If decorum is lost, then it is anarchy/war. Enjoyed watching with you. Cheers from Bris Vegas! ;)

Hello. My name is Sho, and I am Japanese. I just wanted to suggest you guys read the book Shogun by John Clavelle. It's quite good, but it's not historically accurate. Basically Portugal was a bunch of assholes back in the day, they started the slave trade in africa, they started a bunch of wars trying to spread the catholic church throughout the world. The main character in Shogun is supposed to be from the Dutch East India Trading Company, and the navigator "pilot" is an Englishman working for them. He's supposed to be the only English guy among a group of Dutch. He becomes more sophisticated learning Japanese culture, and later comes to hate his own men, seeing them as savages. The guy who's supposed to represent Tokugawa in this series, he wants to learn from the english guy about naval warfare and shipbuilding, so that he can create a navy and conquer china and unite all of Japan.

When you expect Japan to be some pretty country full of sakura trees and brave warriors who fight for their people: