The Last Samurai (2003) Official Trailer
The Last Samurai is a 2003 American epic period action drama film directed and produced by Edward Zwick, who also co-wrote the screenplay with John Logan ...
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Capt. Nathan Algren (Tom Cruise) is an American military officer hired by the Emperor of Japan to train the country's first army in the art of modern warfare. As the government attempts to eradicate the ancient Samurai warrior class in preparation for more Westernized and trade-friendly policies, Algren finds himself unexpectedly affected by his encounters with the Samurai, which places him at the center of a struggle between two eras and two worlds.
Release date: December 1, 2003 (USA)
Director: Edward Zwick
Starring: Tom Cruise; Timothy Spall; Ken Watanabe; Billy Connolly
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