THE LAST SAMURAI (2003) | FIRST TIME WATCHING | MOVIE REACTION

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Sync up your copy of the movie & watchalong with Jennifer! www.patreon.com/posts/last-samurai-112974284 Jennifer's Links: KZbin: www.youtube.com/@JenniferDeniseJames Instagram: instagram.com/@jenniferdenisejames

[@John-1989]

When they captured him and he was sick it was because he was detoxing from alcohol. He drinks too much to suppress his emotions.

[@coldflamebluedragon196]

The Last Samurai is one of those films that evokes such emotions that I can never get through without shedding some tears. Hans Zimmer deserves so much credit for the score

[@aclark7243]

Outstanding reaction! Your commentary was right on the mark without being excessive and was very genuine. You have a new subscriber.

[@JenniferDeniseJames]

Thank you!! Glad you like my reactions :)

[@dwood21851]

I agree with you totally. This is one of the few reactions that I have seen with no tears

[@LarsSmith-rv4ot]

? she talked constantly

[@K12345-d]

No reaction. She just tells you what you are seeing for yourself

[@raphaelcadacio9415]

At, 9:06, It's called "Seppuku" (切腹, lit. translate, cutting [the] belly), also called hara-kiri (腹切り, lit. 'abdomen/belly cutting', a native Japanese kun reading), is a form of Japanese ritualistic suicide by disembowelment. It was originally reserved for samurai in their code of honor, but was also practiced by other Japanese people during the Shōwa era. (particularly officers near the end of World War II) to restore honour for themselves or for their families.

[@cliveklg7739]

Hiro Sanada stars in the latest "Shogun" adapation, that won 18 Emmy awards.

[@deeohgee4574]

The massacre of Lakota women and children at Sand Creek is a historical fact. The US 7th Cavalry slaughtered unarmed women, children and elderly and burned their entire village.

[@shawnwacek6791]

I saw this movie six times in theaters before it left The ending scene with the horses during the battle at the very end scene where they're riding the horses across the battlefield the whole entire theaters concrete floor was shaking because of how much bass it was freaking epic❤ it's one of my favorite movies to test on a new stereo system to see if it can handle the sound❤ This movie is a freaking masterpiece ❤ Everything that watch this movie is not expecting it to be that good and they end up crying at the end or at least tearing up or getting emotional it's fun to watch welcome to the club❤

[@kevincaulder96]

Jennifer. Your review of the movie was thoughtful and warm. You were willing to allow the story to unfold without prejudice and let it take you its journey. I will watch for your next reaction before deciding if I want to subscribe. Keep going and enjoy the movies.

[@JenniferDeniseJames]

Hello! Thank you so much!! I hope you enjoy more of my reactions and decide to subscribe (:

[@tigerjonn]

I noticed not many people realize that at 8:39 Katsumoto is seeing his vision he had earlier of the warriors fighting the white tiger... But that white tiger is replaced with Tom Cruise. That is why he wants to keep Tom Cruise alive and brought him to the village... Senpaku is the ritualistic way of unaliving yourself by samurais when they lose battles... General made decisions that costed his men their lives and lose that battle and its a shame on him that he survived while many of his men didn't. So he has to die by senpaku.

[@eatsmylifeYT]

No, it's not. "Senpaku" means "shallow" or "seacraft". The word you're looking for is "seppuku".

[@MIronLance]

"That must be crazy, just observing a battlefield... like it's normal." During the first major battle of the American Civil War(Battle of First Manassass / First Battle of Bull Run), some northern civilians showed up to watch and picnic. They expected the battle to be handily won by the northern forces. When that did not happen, those civilians were just barely ahead of the fleeing northern troops that were retreating.

[@catdaddy8603]

Thank you for presenting this. Great commentary. As a long time kendo and iaido practitioner, I always enjoy this movie. In the seppuku scene, it requires a trained second, or kaishakunin. Softening the cut when sparring is te no uchi and no mind is mu shin.

[@JenniferDeniseJames]

It was a great film!

[@DeadDrunk1]

Samurai is also a plural word. They are all samurai.

[@martyfried8191]

You are right about Tom Cruise films generally bring quality. If you haven't seen Rain Man with him and Dustin Hoffman, I strongly recommend that one. It won best picture and won Dustin Hoffman a best actor. Highest grossing film that year, I believe 1988.

[@JenniferDeniseJames]

I haven't seen it! I will have to check it out, thanks for the recommendation!

[@dasx2gra]

well you earned my sub with your open and honest reaction!!! ill see you at the next movie!!!

[@JenniferDeniseJames]

Yay!! So glad you loved my reactions!

[@Waterford1992]

9:10 It is a samurai suicide ritual called Seppuku

[@TheJerbol]

sudoku*

[@Waterford1992]

@@TheJerbol nope thats a game

[@BicornioSPA]

@@TheJerbol 😒

[@toddschouweiler3623]

This Samuri story, truly is one of my favorite Tom Cruise movies!👍

[@JenniferDeniseJames]

Tom Cruise never misses!

[@eatsmylifeYT]

You should see the intense guy, Hiro Sanada, in John Wick 4 and Shogun, among many others.

[@JenniferDeniseJames]

John Wick is great!!

[@MatthewPettyST1300]

@@JenniferDeniseJames In the order released. Each one is better than the one before ! A rarity !

[@CanadaDan]

Such a great movie. I enjoyed your reaction

[@leechrec]

The Japanese actress, Koyuki, was absolutely fantastic here.

[@JenniferDeniseJames]

She really was! I enjoyed her performance so much.

[@richcarrCCC]

I found something I didn't think I would, i noticed I shared that belief with many commentors/viewers and fans of this movie. That I would not find a genuinely decent, humane, empathetic, and compassionate person who can not, or did not cry, or shed tears with at least one sniffle or shuddered or restricted breathing at more than a few moments in this movie. I am, however glad it appeared as though your eyes welled up after the movie ended.

[@JenniferDeniseJames]

They did indeed!! I took so many great lessons away from this film. Very meaningful

[@janaythanwhite6090]

Welcome to KZbin this movie is a Great start to the journey of reactions... .🌍

[@JenniferDeniseJames]

I agree!! So good.

[@TheToscanaMan]

"Oh I'm gonna cry... I'm tearing up at the end". Please by all means join me, I always cry at this point. This movie is great on so many levels, but none more than the love story between Taka and Nathan. How unlikely that they should get together.❤ Thank you. Ciao.

[@JenniferDeniseJames]

Such a tear jerker!

[@khatack]

"these swords are like going straight through them" Yeah, that's kinda what swords are for you know ^^

[@themostunknown2293]

Yes its true he brought him their, however maybe you missed the sign of the white tiger in his vision? Then recognizing the the sign during the first battle just before they tried to kill Nathan.

[@JenniferDeniseJames]

ooo! I think I did miss that! Great catch!

[@vanillasnowx]

katsumoto said he did not understand why algren was there because of the vision he had which was shown at the very beginning of the movie in his meditation of a white tiger

[@lidlett9883]

The reason he was shaking is. He was going through alcohol withdrawal. When Tonka is dressing Nathan in the armor. The reason for her sad look is. The robes she puts on Nathan are considered to be the Samurai's burial garments. So she was preparing another man shes co.e to love for his burial.

[@bmw128racer]

Taka.

[@singingwolf3929]

This will be long but broken up into short segments. "For 6 months work, I am to receive 3 YEARS captain's pay." Let that sink in. Yes, Algren is in pain from his injuries, and going through PTSD. However, he's also going through Alcohol withdraw. Basically detoxing. 13:08 Now Taka understands how her husband died, and everyone else understands why Katsumoto spared his life. 16:00 Remember when Mr. Graham said, "I now, very accurately, translate other people's lies."? This is an example of that.

[@kyleyork5546]

At 16:00 I didn't realize you commented but its a point I also noticed. Also notice how being unbathed doesn't bother him here and he stops drinking but the minute he gets back to westernized society he says I need a bath, and he starts drinking in his room. Another thing I like is how the movie puts us on pace with captain algren in the beginning, the music, the loudness, and the chaos. But when he sobers up for the first time in who knows how long, its quiet and peaceful. We experience the scene as raw as he was experiencing life. Just a few things I notice in this movie

[@Sherman1fan]

Japan style, you use a futon, no beds. (Sleep on a futon on the floor). You fold it up and store it in your closet for the day, take it out to sleep. (not a "couch" like how it is used by most people for the word futon today).

[@eatsmylifeYT]

Exactly. Even though I'm not Japanese, I was confused when I first heard someone (An American) refer to a convertible couch as a "futon" and I was like "WTF" is he talking about?

[@panzerdeal8727]

When faced with Cavalry, use the bayonet...horses shy away from pointy things, but you must keep formation.

[@william_santiago]

34:38 A great military axiom: If you find yourself in a fair fight, your tactics suck.

[@Blaize24]

Just a comment on the amount of time that Algren was in the village. He was taken in the fall and left in the spring, so I think you've misinterpreted the change in year (which is because he was there over the New Year change) as meaning he was there for well over a year. I would estimate six months, possibly seven depending on when the passes opened.

[@nectarpeach2853]

Maybe a weird question, but how did you get the Subtitles right while inverting the movie playback? For example 24:30 Tom Cruise is supposed to be standing on the left, but it's mirrored here, but the subtitles are still correct.

[@Ceractucus]

It would take a 1870-80s era steam boat 25-40 days to make the journey from San Francisco - Tokyo. Emperor Meiji (the character that rules Japan) was very young. If you are the eldest son of a Japanese Rmperor, you gain that role as soon as your father dies. The man who gets his head cut off after the first fight committed “Seppuku” or ritual suicide. According to the samurai code, this is done because for samurai, the shame of defeat is supposed to be unbearable.

[@ERRATAS0708]

Not to mention if you didn't do it the entire society will condemn you and treat you like crap, even your own family will despise you.

[@2alankemper]

I saw your first Reaction today and fell in love with your style. I'm assuming you're a British. I have friends that are Cockne. They have a very strong accent.I have customers from england and I watch a lot of british british reactors. You're British english. perfect. I love your hairstyle and the manNer in which you carry yourself. I am an old man from texas and I speak what's on my mind. Please. Don't be offended by my bluntness.😊

[@JenniferDeniseJames]

Thank you!!

[@pduidesign]

e was super unwell not because of an infection or PTSD but because he was going through alcohol withdrawals causing him to hallucinate.

[@hylianwolf6]

300, Troy, and Apocalyptico if possible

[@morganrussell8150]

And the boy's as well 💖💖💖 please react to Mel Gibson's Movie "BRAVEHEART"...

[@JenniferDeniseJames]

Thanks for the recommendation!

[@kyleyork5546]

Simon Graham lives in a country where people hardly mean what they say, so he's made a living translating other people's lies comes full circle when Katsumoto tells Algren that Taka was honored to have his guest in her house

[@CimmerianAssassin]

The new Shogun TV showcases the Japanese mindset during the time of the Samurai. Based on a timeframe about 200 years earlier than this

[@Tommybn11]

Saludos desde la República Dominicana excelente vídeo

[@fortress-r7y]

actually it is real story but in history was french captain not american

[@vincemac2223]

You commented about how the swords were going right thru people. I thought you might like to know a bit of history about Japan and Katana's. They used to test the sharpness of a katana by how many bodies it could cut thru. They would stack live prisoners that were to be executed like cord wood one an top of another and see how many bodied it would cut thru. It was not uncommon for the Katana to pass clean thru 4 bodies or more. They are one of the greatest swords ever to be designed and crafted. The Samurai believed a living soul inhabited every Katana.

[@ERRATAS0708]

Not to mention in the early ages of the Samurai era, the Samurai have the right to test their sword on civilians. So if you walk past them and you don't bow lower enough they have the right to cut you into pieces.

[@JenniferDeniseJames]

Woah! Did not know that! How interesting.

[@vincemac2223]

@ERRATAS0708 Absolutely I forgot about that. You are correct sir.

[@user-mf2pm5sl6z]

​@@vincemac2223 無礼討ちというのはありますが、民間人で刀を試す権利？　そんなものはありません😅

[@carlospozaplaton3089]

HELLO PLEASE REACTING TO MOVIES '300,BRAVEHEART, TERMINATOR, TERMINATOR 2,AND THE MASTERPIECE THE SCHINLDERS LIST'🇪🇦.

[@jackson857]

I think Jennifer should watch Shogun.

[@scottdarden3091]

How did Tom throw his sword and the next shot he has it in his hand 😊

[@skullandbones1832]

36:36 I have found my peace in life.

[@Armelier]

me gusto, le doy like

[@mempamal44]

hello from France 🇫🇷. Do you know that this film is based on the true story of Frenchman Jules Brunet, the French warrior who fought the Japanese imperial army alongside the last samurai, and if you want, there is a 6 minute video "the last samurai, the true story" from thecajun cutthroat channel

[@JenniferDeniseJames]

woah! I did not know that! How interesting.

[@johnduval6377]

Right after this time table, Japan got the deal done and beat Russia in a modern war! It also wasn't long until Japan attacked the USA with those modern weapons mostly this point on from briton and got their butts kicked

[@oDv-22]

wow u are very strong 💪

[@twooharmony2000]

27:20 comment ,, that should be precious moments.-Ernie Moore Jr.

[@MrKINSM]

In real life, the samurai absolutely had firearms. They were portrayed in the video as the ones in the right, but in real life the samurai were the 1% of their community and they fought against progressivism because they feared they'd lose their wealth more so than their culture.

[@captbrownbeard1599]

It is also a reality that people like Omura siezed and abused their power to 'get back' at the Samurai.

[@russellward4624]

People also mistake "honor" as the western idea of honor when with the samurai it's simply following orders.

[@kevinalanbossa]

I noticed you are 3 diferent girls in the videos, are you ever going to react to something all togheter as a group? If you ever watch a TV show it would be more fun if you do it as a group! (In the same phyisical place, not just like a videocall, I don't think videocall reactions work that well)

[@rimsky08]

This movie is a parallel to “The Last of the Mohicans”. Another great movie that you should watch. (And a great book!)

[@OKPressPlayReacts]

Definitely on the list! 👍

[@MrKINSM]

More in line with Dances with Wolves. All 3 films are quality though.

[@twooharmony2000]

29:59 scene comment 30:02 -- Adjuncor(t) meets Thermopolie..[Agincourt].-Ernie Moore Jr.

[@twooharmony2000]

8:00 reacting 8:03.-Ernie Moore Jr.

[@上杉謙二-v7t]

砂漠の女

[@toddkindron8506]

I'm aiming at your neck. Sorry that's weird. Reading a diary is kinda what this story is about? Story's I've seen many things.

[@twooharmony2000]

1:33 comment 1:36.-Ernie Moore Jr.

[@benhiggerson5904]

Unfortunately like a lot of history the Samurai have been held up as those who lived with high morals. This wasn't always the case. Many were ruthless. Especially to those who held different religious beliefs. Many Christian missionaries and Japanese people who converted from Buddhism to Christianity were executed by them.

[@Commander-vf1lk]

Coward is a strong word, & it’s essential to consider context. Guns: 1) They allow you to engage from a distance. No personal or up close needed. Advantageous. 2) Even a single shot can incapacitate or kill. 3) Easy to learn and use effectively than swords or bows. Swords & bows: 1) It requires more skill, practice & physical fitness. It’s an art form. 2) They’re good for stealth since they’re less attention-grabbing than gunfire. 3) Ofc, they do carry cultural & historical significance. More than just tools but are seen as symbol of honor, courage, & tradition. So if someone chooses gun over a sword or bow. Maybe because they fear direct combat. May been seen as cowardice. But it’s not that simple. In a life or death situations, survival instincts kick in. People WILL choose whatever gives them the best chance of survival. Technology evolves. Swords, etc. were once the pinnacle of technology. Now guns replaced them. It’s not cowardice, it’s about ADAPTATION. It’s not cowardice to use guns - it’s pragmatism. Survival, efficiency & changing tides of warfare all play a role regardless. Let us appreciate the complexity of these choices without labelling anyone a coward. Courage isn’t limited to a specific weapon type you know.

[@ERRATAS0708]

We're talking about a movie, about the Samurai in a romanticize way. In that world guns are dishonorable and they'd rather die with their sword charging at the enemy. But in reality the Samurai love guns more than the westerners. They love it so much that they made a lot of variants based on the Portuguese matchlocks.

[@Commander-vf1lk]

@@ERRATAS0708 Yes, I'm completely aware of that. I'm just sharing some details on this matter on the side of reality. Do you know how many people nowadays cyberbully celebrities just cuz they play their role a little too perfect that even death threats are a thing. The main point is that it's sad to see people now believing whatever is shown on screen even if it's just a fantasy. Like Game of Thrones, Joffrey being a spoiled brat king. Or Star Wars, the actor who played as kid Anakin and the other who played as Jar Jar got bullied so bad they ended up being depressed. Like "Oh they really are bad". Imagine a US soldier on foreign soil now. "Oh they're invading and ruining other lives" when they themself didn't bother to fact check why US was there in the first place compared to just seeing what's on the news and believing whatever nonsense propaganda that the US just came there to slaughter. Not defending US here, just making an example

[@ERRATAS0708]

@@Commander-vf1lk bro. Wtf it ain't that deep.

[@Commander-vf1lk]

@@ERRATAS0708 Even things that aren’t deep still somehow get people to believe nonsense. Those crazies who follow Trump & believe everything he says like “Global Warming is cancelled/climate change ain’t a thing” or that “COVID-19 is just a flu that it will just fly by & begone in no time, nothing to fear” without considering the opinions of professionals specialized in those areas. I’ve seen helpers/maids who lack common sense, basic math, etc. Even as simple as them doing the laundry & yet somehow got holes, ripped, & burnt parts of my clothes. Like dude, do I need to label every laundry sign indicating how they’re supposed to be cleaned? In this crazy world, anything is possible. There’s a reason why crazies, the worsts, the dumbest, the naive, the uneducated, etc. exist no matter how small or big things are, they’re still here. Simple as people getting defensive or aggressive on small/minor nonsense issues. Like losing in a video game fair & square & still whining calling that cheats or hacks. Or being scolded just cuz some people can’t wait for like 5-10mins to do what they want.

[@twooharmony2000]

5:41 comment react recognizing.-Ernie Moore Jr

[@DarkAngel1985Mike]

Indigenous Japanese fought just like Native Americans, please watch the anime Korouni Kenshin that speaks in the late 1800’s revolution against imperialism and freedom

[@twooharmony2000]

18:31 react.-Ernie Moore Jr.

[@trickedouttech321]

at 10:08 that is called Alcohol withdrawal that is what happens when an alcoholic goes without Alcohol. silly Gen Z

[@ManOShevitz]

yum

[@ERRATAS0708]

Britian is the big reason why Japan was able to modernize so quickly. The Brits helped Imperial Japan to do it so that the US, Russia and Germany will not turn Japan into a colony like they did in China and Korea. Good thing is the Imperial Japanese won the civil war too, because if the Shogunate won Japan will struggle to modernize since the Samurai doesn't want their status revoked. And yeah most Asian emperors start running their empire at a very young age.