In the wake of a tragic death, Blackthorne finally considers the true nature of Toranaga's plan.In the wake of a tragic death, Blackthorne finally considers the true nature of Toranaga's plan.In the wake of a tragic death, Blackthorne finally considers the true nature of Toranaga's plan.
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- TriviaThis is the first time they use the informal term "harakiri" instead of the more formal "seppuku." The two words mean the exact same thing, in fact, they are written using the same two characters, but in reverse order: hara-kiri (belly-cutting); setsu-puku (cutting of the belly). Seppuku is highly ritualistic and usually includes a second to make the final, definitive blow. It was generally considered the more honorable of the two. Harakiri is often done alone, has no clear rules, and rarely includes a second.
- GoofsDuring the funeral procession, the "Anima Christi" is heard. While the text of the prayer dates to the 14th century, the musical arrangement being sung is from 20th century composer Marco Frisina.
- Quotes
Usami Fuji: Let your hands be the last to hold her.
- SoundtracksA Dream Within a Dream
performed by Atticus Ross, Leopold Ross & Nick Chuba
Featured review
It is pretty clear the feeling that I am left with having watched the last episode. I am so going to miss this show, never been a miniseries like this. It is imprinted on my heart even. I held my breath more than once, many shows would have big epic endings, but this was a teaching, humbling moment just as some episodes have been this season. I did look at the runtime of episode 10 and I had qualms about there not being a big epic ending but I went with it nonetheless. (And I get that some people would feel that something is missing, to be completely frank.) Moreover, it was personally three episodes of emotional gut punches and it outweighed everything else. But every little detail of show has just been incredible, the weight of any action is very much felt with time and in 10 episodes, one can break down every character to their core motivation, fear etc. And at a time when television shows are about meeting quotas, over rushed projects, this was just steady and a breathe of life we all needed. I dreaded when the credits scene was coming, never wanted it to end, could have more in it, but I thought, my word, am I glad to have been a part of this journey.
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- Runtime1 hour 3 minutes
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- 2.00 : 1
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