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Beyond Good and Evil.

Authors :
SEITZ, MATT ZOLLER
Source :
New York. 3/11/2024, Vol. 57 Issue 6, p86-87. 2p.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

The article discusses the FX miniseries "Shogun," which is a Japanese saga of court intrigue and feudal politics set in Japan. Unlike the previous adaptations of the story, this version focuses on the tactical aspects of taking and holding power and depicts Japan through the eyes of the Japanese ruling class. The series explores the power struggles among the Japanese regents and the Europeans who influenced their territory, while also delving into the cultural nuances and language barriers that exist. The show avoids portraying characters as purely good or evil, instead presenting them as complex individuals shaped by their conditioning and desires. [Extracted from the article]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00287369
Volume :
57
Issue :
6
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
New York
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
176139181