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The last samurai
Title:
The last samurai
Author:
Cruise, Tom, 1962-
Publication Information:
Burbank, CA : Distributed by Warner Home Video, [2009]
Physical Description:
1 videodisc (154 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Summary:
Tormented Civil War veteran Capt. Nathan Algren is coerced by a mercenary officer to train the Japanese Emperor's troops in the use of modern weaponry. Opposing this modernization are the samurai warriors who are holding fast to their traditions of honor, despite their strategic disadvantage. As a captive of the samurai leader, Algren learns, appreciates, and adopts the samurai code, switching sides for a climactic battle that will put everyone's honor to the ultimate test.
General Note:
Originally released as a motion picture in 2003.

Includes commentary by director Edward Zwick.
Language:
English
Reading Level:
MPAA rating: R; for strong violence and battle sequences.
Added Uniform Title:
Last samurai (Motion picture)
ISBN:
9781419893247
UPC:
883929106783
Format :
DVD