Shōgun

It's definitely up there as one of the best series of all time. War and action are simply side characters to the intense script and characterisations. A huge positive because when the action and drama reach a certain height, you feel it more than the explicit gore. The acting was phenomenal, as was the set building/locations, cinematography, and score. Anna, Hiroyuki, Fumi, and several others, including the crew, put their heart and soul into this, and its visibly obvious. The special effects, tension, dialogue, genius, emotion, accuracy, and production is some of the best I've ever perceived.

Shogun is my favorite scripted drama of the last 2+ years. I don’t remember the last time I was so engrossed in a show. If you’re into these types of shows (historical, war, factions politicking etc), watch this NOW 🏯

10/10 - MarikaSAMAAAA

By far the most confusing TV show I’ve ever watched. If that’s not your cup of tea, then don’t watch it. But I wanted to learn about it all and it took me a while but I loved it. I might have to rewatch it again to fully understand.

Very intense and complex storytelling, the set design and costuming was extraordinary, and the acting was wonderful. Blackthorne, to me, was honestly insufferable, but maybe that was the point of him. Really looking forward to more seasons!

It’s so immersive and the culture architecture and weapons and armor is very accurate