Based on 49092 votes and 330 reviews
excellent! a good movie i have seen after a long time. Energetic, Powerful and touches your heart! Great acting on behalf of Cruise! A must see movie!
They have tried to redo BRAVEHEART and failed MISERABLY until this movie. Go see it if Braveheart was your kind of flick.
This was amazing. I`m becoming a Samurai now....Okay maybe not.
This movie touched me in so many ways. As a person who has been involved with Martial Arts for 15 years, I know a good movie when I see one. Tom Cruise did the storyline justice and I was thoroughly impressed with his unique touches. Such a sad state of affairs when an entire life style is wiped out by western civilization. And as we can see, nothing has changed.
A classic epic with great cinematography. The story line was great wtih some amazing battle scenes. Nothing like the values of bushido, the warrior`s code, and the samurai`s purpose in life to help you identify with the main characters. It is too bad society does not have a little bushido left anymore.
Great action! Beautiful scenery. A little predictable in parts -- but overall worth the money.
Excellent. couldnt have been better. solid 5 out of 5. i am 10 and probably underrepresented but i know a movie when i see one. not many people can say "i dont need swearing, street racing, and naked women to have a good time in a theater, i just need a movie with base"
The Last Samurai is a classic movie. We do not get many classics. This one is up there with Braveheart and Dances with Wolves. The character development was exceptional, as was the acting and the sets. This movie MUST be nominated for and win many academy awards.
The Last Samurai was a magnificent cinematic masterpiece, a brilliant portrayal of Japanese history.
"The Last Samurai" is a truly astonishing movie!!! It is full of action, drama, and some comedy. It greatly depicts duty and loyalty, heroic courage, honesty and justice, polite courtesy, compassion, and complete sincerity. I`d say this is a must-see movie.
Very moving! One of those movies that makes you walk out of the theatre wanting to know more. Gorgeous music. Truly a movie to see and own!
Great performance by actors, good story and exceptional direction.
I must say, this movie is far better than I would have ever imagined. Apart from it being Tom Cruise and seemingly very Americanized it was quite actually well done. I find the story a bit hard to grasp that Cruise plays a Character who can become nearly as good (if not a better) a Samurai as the actuall samurai`s. Another point, maybe I just missed some crucial parts ( i had to go to the bathroom twice in it) but i found it strange that the emporer was friends with the both the bad guy and the good guy. In fact the good guy was apparently his teacher and educator? Whats up with that? Why would he still have killed? Im not sure? and why was C
One of the best move af all time. As a Japanese i didn`t have high expectaion.....since Western director (Zwick) made this film. When was the last time i have seen this much quality film with dignity and honor.
EPIC!
best of the best
The Last Samurai is the finest movie I have seen in years. It is a movie I would be able to watch again and again. A world class preformance by Tom Cruise and the entire cast.
This film is awsome!! One of the bestest of the year.
ONE OF THE BEST MOVIES OF THE YEAR. THERE IS NO DULL MOMENT FROM BEGINNING TO END.
BEST MOVIE EVER. the action was a mazing and how all the warriors used sword was incredible. This movie should win a lot of awards since tom cruise was working on this movie for about 2 years. i thought waiting all this time was worth it, i recommend this to anyone who likes a lot of action
GREAT!!
Out of all the people they could have chosen to portray a Samurai... Tom Cruise?? HONESTLY?? I don`t know about all this beauty and brilliancy stuff but for the average Joe like me.... this movie was a real stinker... the only satisfaction I had about this movie was a chance to finally take a nap!
perfect... it can only be discribed as perfect
Quite a good movie, because it makes you think about knowing friends and enemies. Although, I thought the writing could be better. There could of been more verbal interaction with the supporting actors (who did a superior job than Cruise)during most of the movie. The editing could of been better. As an example, Cruise riding on his horse into very loud explosions, men yelling and screaming, when you get to hear the metal ringing of his sword being pulled from its sheath - not very realistic! Given that, Cruise did a reasonable job with what was written and the sound editing could have been much better.
wow....what an amazing movie!! i didn`t think it was as good as it was everyone should go see it it`s great!!! it`s just one of those movies u can`t stop thinkin about...beautiful!
i think this flim its really great.its full of emotion.and it show that a country should proud of their culture,and dont make the culture gone because of the civil war and the war inside us,that fighting each other to chosen the other culture that we never know its good or bad for us.
The best movie that I have had the pleasure of viewing.
Breathtaking sceneries, amazing storyline, beautiful costumes, realism, exhilirating music, and great actors. It`s a Hollywood posh of course, exaggerating an American`s journey, but otherwise, fantastic. An emotional gripping film demonstrating a sense of honor. One of the best movies I`ve ever seen for years. Forget the critics and see it for yourself.
Excellent movie! Bravo to Tom Cruise! Anyone who enjoyed Brave Heart would enjoy The Last Sumurai as much as I did.
Simply, an Oscar Material Movie!!!
Wow...what a grate movie is done by the director Zwick. One of top 10 best movie i have seen this year.[2003]
Great film, definitely see it!
Absolutely amazing, great characters, excellent story
Awesomest movie of the year!!!!! It rocks, we love Tom Cruise and Ken Watanabe!!! Oscars for all of them... Lord of the who?
this was a real stinker. the only saving grace was costume and set design. this is as much a historical movie as pirates of the carribian was.
Great film. Definately should be an Oscar nomination for best movie (but won`t win), best actor (but won`t win), best director (but won`t win) and the best supporting actor - Ken Watanabe - who was brilliant in his english movie debut. Hopefully, he wins. I reccomend this movie to anyone.
Zwick is a director with his brilliant combination of beauty and inevitability. Glory and The last Samurai are powerful and heroic stories. M. Watanabe is an artist of great passion. The dressing scene for the final battle was the epitome of the most loving act I have seen portrayed between a man and a woman. The Samurai`s son...I am close to speechless at this movie`s intensity... Beautiful insanity. The greatest honor for me to participate as only a spectator. My heart is in agony because I was on the outside looking in. I pray that my sons will have an opportunity to become real men, such as these characters. Thank you to all involved.
Honestly one of the best movies I`ve ever seen. Kind of like a mix between Braveheart and Crouching Tiger, taking the best parts of each. Watanabe was soooooooooooooo good! Unbelievable...I want to go watch it again!
Incredible movie. I thought it really brought out the japanese culture, and way of life. It left me feeling mystified, and intrigued. Powerful performance by Tom Cruise. Excellent
ken Watanabe what a powerfu performance he exudes authority and charisma. I as so happy they did not have tom cruise be the "last samurai" it would have been tragic..........as it was he did a good job. If you have any heart or love of culture you will love this movie. Very Inspiring
Saw it on opening night;and it delivered big time !It has all the goods.I was mesmerized by the superior acting.This movie should clean up during the academy awards.Even Tom Cruise was sensational! Can you believe that? Run to the theatre!! this is a gem....
perfect movie~~~
This movie is just brilliant! Just look back at the top rated movies for the last 3 years, which one brings morals and excellent story line like The Last Samurai? Excellent scenes, well done martial art actions, and the majestic music in the background are just brilliant. I`ll be looking forward to the bonus features and deleted scenes.
One of the best movies ever! Also one of the most accurate made by a western filmmaker. One of the DVD collection. I still can`t get it out of my head, I have seen it 3 times already, it just gets better.
Such a great movie!!! Big Fish is just as great!!
This was an incredible movie. I never dreamt it would be so amazing! I was very sceptical, but left in awe. The only down fall is the cheesy romance, otherwise it is a profound, moving film.
THIS IS ONE OF THE BEST MOVIES I HAVE EVER SEEN!!! GO SEE IT AND IT WILL MAKE YOU REALIZE ALOT OF STUFF, THIS IS A MUST SEE!!
Thoughtful and Entertaining. A beauty.
Wow, absolutely amazing.
Awesome movie....amazing cast of characters....moving story line...