So do I - "Hiding like a turtle in a shell is not living at all. A true warrior must have heroic courage. It is absolutely risky. It is living life completely, fully, and wonderfully."
9:55 this is exceptional... As you said earlier, when mentioned the importance of "context" in how we perceive things, we have learned to avoid talking or even thinking about death, as something forbidden, when in reality it is our only certainty. For me, this is an invitation to live in fullness and with porpoise. Thank you for the video, it made my day.
I'm very impressed by your video, and the fact that it made me teary-eyed at the end, something I haven't been able to do for over 3 years. This is my favorite film.
Hagakure is an amazing book, and I think in terms of reflecting what bushido is, you can learn a lot more from the stories of a samurai turned monk in the 1700"s telling stories of old to a young warrior, than you can from almost contemporary writer like Nitobe. The hundreds of individual stories Tsunetomo tells the young warrior reveals much of what the values where are the time. (although of course they change over time, I think Hagakure paints the clearer image that in contemplating death every day we cannot help but feel alive and live) ... carpe diem Well done Brent.
History is not clean. It is rarely pretty and there are very few 'good guys'. That said? The core concepts of Bushido are worthy of memory. Justice Courage Compassion Respect Integrity Honor Loyalty Self Control Nothing in there about bowing down before whatever political overlords are in favor this week to make other people lesser than you, so in today's society, they do not matter to many. Some of us will remember, however.
This film I believe is Tom Cruise's "5th Symphony", and it is my favorite film and story. I've had these discussions with some about all these "historical" inaccuracies. This for me is the story of an American Army Officer Capt. Nathan Algrin who is a highly decorated (Congressional Medal of Honor) and experienced Cavalry officer during the Civil and Indian wars. He is a man who is killing himself daily in alcohol. He has done things that give him nightmares. Taka has told her brother Katsumoto about this. Algin says to him every soldier has nightmares. Katsumoto replys: "Only one who is ashamed of what he has done." To me this is the central and salient point of the whole film. This man is looking for redemption for what he has done. Taking this job got him where he needed to be. Then, he helps Taka who tells him Japanese men do not do that. He replies: "I'm not Japanese. Then as he kneels down and looks up at her, he apologizes for killing her husband. She looks back at him and tells him both he and her husband were doing their duty. And then, accepts his apology. The look on Algrins face is different for the 1st time. This now, is the new begining of his life and what he will do going forward, including fighting alongside those that were his enemy. When Katsumoto gives him his books back, he tells him: "When I took these, you were my enemy." A beautiful film and story of redemption and forgiveness.
@@brentsacks Thanks Brent. It really is a wonderful film which I confess like some of my other favorites brings me to an emotion state every time, like that scene between Algren and Taka. Also when Ujio after seeing Algren in the Samurai armor grabs and shakes him, and gives him that sort of thumbs up lets go moment. And, when Katsumoto at the end looks up and says: “Perfect…they are all perfect”. I'm done every time. The music is perfect in this film too. Another thing about this film I love is Omura, the Antagonist, the villian, the Bad Guy. I watched a documentary on the film and as they spoke to the actor he kept siting Cruise's inspiration to him in becoming and being free to be this guy. He did a great job and I love ensemble casts like this that really bring a film/story to life.
A true "warrior" under a government or regime should at best be a walking weapon capable of effectively following, delivering and executing orders on behalf of his master's decree or his own which has been approved by peers and other qualified superior's. From a historical context I feel like Blue Eyed Samurai, and Seven Samurai painted the Japanese government and military most accurately in how incredibly corrupt and vicious it could be and actually was. It wasn't some katana-clashing paradise full of Sakura trees and horse-riding armored dudes with sick helmets and flags on their backs. The poor suffered most whilst the rich, prosperous and greedy took as much as they could like so many other semi-totalitarian states before, during and after.
Apparently you've never heard of "Gekkokujo." Your analysis starts strong by fact-checking, then loses a lot of credibility at the end. This movie is "Japonisme" to the core, and not even worth any sort of serious analysis, unless that analysis is "how to throw a bunch of cliches about Japanese culture into one basket." Or as the cheesy gamers say: "Shamefur Disprayy"
@@brentsacks Not sure what your comment meant, and I was trying to be respectful, but again, this movie is "white savior" trope-a-rama. That, and a it has a healthy frosting of Oriientalist Bullshido to satisfy the Weeabo dudes. The reality of Bakumatsu and Meiji-Era Japan is much more complex
@@alexanderyaroslavich2703 You are of course entitled to your opinion, and I don’t want to be a jerk, but I don’t share your opinion ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ If this is a white savior movie, why isn’t the white person a savior? This movie’s plot literally bucks the white savior narrative at every turn. The samurai all get wiped out. Algren doesn’t save the samurai; they save him.
So do I - "Hiding like a turtle in a shell is not living at all. A true warrior must have heroic courage. It is absolutely risky. It is living life completely, fully, and wonderfully."
Hell of a quote, yes!
A life lived in service of others is not a life wasted.
9:55 this is exceptional... As you said earlier, when mentioned the importance of "context" in how we perceive things, we have learned to avoid talking or even thinking about death, as something forbidden, when in reality it is our only certainty. For me, this is an invitation to live in fullness and with porpoise. Thank you for the video, it made my day.
Well thank you for the comment, it made mine!
I'm very impressed by your video, and the fact that it made me teary-eyed at the end, something I haven't been able to do for over 3 years.
This is my favorite film.
I’m so honored to hear it! Thank you for writing 🙏🏻
Hagakure is an amazing book, and I think in terms of reflecting what bushido is, you can learn a lot more from the stories of a samurai turned monk in the 1700"s telling stories of old to a young warrior, than you can from almost contemporary writer like Nitobe. The hundreds of individual stories Tsunetomo tells the young warrior reveals much of what the values where are the time. (although of course they change over time, I think Hagakure paints the clearer image that in contemplating death every day we cannot help but feel alive and live) ... carpe diem Well done Brent.
Thank you 🙏🏻
Thank you for posting this. My favorite film of all time.
I’m thrilled to hear it! I’m glad you enjoyed the video
This movie is a masterpiece. People that complain about historical inaccuracy just don't get what the movie is about
💯
This is a well done video man, nice job! Japanese culture is so interesting, especially the samurai
Thank you!!
Title says it all.
"Haters are wrong"
Great Video!
Thank you! Tell your friends 😂
History is not clean. It is rarely pretty and there are very few 'good guys'. That said? The core concepts of Bushido are worthy of memory.
Justice
Courage
Compassion
Respect
Integrity
Honor
Loyalty
Self Control
Nothing in there about bowing down before whatever political overlords are in favor this week to make other people lesser than you, so in today's society, they do not matter to many.
Some of us will remember, however.
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Wow, very well done sir
Omg thank you 🥹🥹
@@brentsacks it’s a really good video, you should be proud!
@@Supernova2464 I appreciate that 🙏🏻 I wish this one had performed better, but alas
This film I believe is Tom Cruise's "5th Symphony", and it is my favorite film and story. I've had these discussions with some about all these "historical" inaccuracies. This for me is the story of an American Army Officer Capt. Nathan Algrin who is a highly decorated (Congressional Medal of Honor) and experienced Cavalry officer during the Civil and Indian wars. He is a man who is killing himself daily in alcohol. He has done things that give him nightmares. Taka has told her brother Katsumoto about this. Algin says to him every soldier has nightmares. Katsumoto replys: "Only one who is ashamed of what he has done." To me this is the central and salient point of the whole film. This man is looking for redemption for what he has done. Taking this job got him where he needed to be. Then, he helps Taka who tells him Japanese men do not do that. He replies: "I'm not Japanese. Then as he kneels down and looks up at her, he apologizes for killing her husband. She looks back at him and tells him both he and her husband were doing their duty. And then, accepts his apology. The look on Algrins face is different for the 1st time. This now, is the new begining of his life and what he will do going forward, including fighting alongside those that were his enemy. When Katsumoto gives him his books back, he tells him: "When I took these, you were my enemy." A beautiful film and story of redemption and forgiveness.
@@gregorysakatos4322 got chills reading this. Such a good movie. Thank you for writing this!
@@brentsacks Thanks Brent. It really is a wonderful film which I confess like some of my other favorites brings me to an emotion state every time, like that scene between Algren and Taka. Also when Ujio after seeing Algren in the Samurai armor grabs and shakes him, and gives him that sort of thumbs up lets go moment. And, when Katsumoto at the end looks up and says: “Perfect…they are all perfect”. I'm done every time. The music is perfect in this film too. Another thing about this film I love is Omura, the Antagonist, the villian, the Bad Guy. I watched a documentary on the film and as they spoke to the actor he kept siting Cruise's inspiration to him in becoming and being free to be this guy. He did a great job and I love ensemble casts like this that really bring a film/story to life.
😭😭😭
12:25 a bit before that....you made me choke up
Thank you for the kind words 😭
Bro proves you don't need a lot of views to make GREAT content
Ugh thank you 😭 this means a lot to me
@@brentsacks I think living this way is the best but its really hard
A true "warrior" under a government or regime should at best be a walking weapon capable of effectively following, delivering and executing orders on behalf of his master's decree or his own which has been approved by peers and other qualified superior's. From a historical context I feel like Blue Eyed Samurai, and Seven Samurai painted the Japanese government and military most accurately in how incredibly corrupt and vicious it could be and actually was. It wasn't some katana-clashing paradise full of Sakura trees and horse-riding armored dudes with sick helmets and flags on their backs. The poor suffered most whilst the rich, prosperous and greedy took as much as they could like so many other semi-totalitarian states before, during and after.
Yeah, your description is basically true of most places during most periods of history. But like with anything else, it will vary throughout history.
@@brentsacks definitely does vary but that was the gist
Apparently you've never heard of "Gekkokujo."
Your analysis starts strong by fact-checking, then loses a lot of credibility at the end.
This movie is "Japonisme" to the core, and not even worth any sort of serious analysis,
unless that analysis is "how to throw a bunch of cliches about Japanese culture into one basket."
Or as the cheesy gamers say: "Shamefur Disprayy"
Not everyone has good taste, unfortunately
@@brentsacks Not sure what your comment meant, and I was trying to be respectful, but again, this movie is "white savior" trope-a-rama. That, and a it has a healthy frosting of Oriientalist Bullshido to satisfy the Weeabo dudes. The reality of Bakumatsu and Meiji-Era Japan is much more complex
@@alexanderyaroslavich2703 You are of course entitled to your opinion, and I don’t want to be a jerk, but I don’t share your opinion ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ If this is a white savior movie, why isn’t the white person a savior? This movie’s plot literally bucks the white savior narrative at every turn. The samurai all get wiped out. Algren doesn’t save the samurai; they save him.
@@brentsacks thank you for telling the truth!❤
that movie sucked
The haters are wrong