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Saipan 2026. A film loosely based on the conflict between the Republic of Ireland coach, Mike McCarthy (Steve Coogan), and his star player, Roy Keane (Eanna Hardwicke), and Keane's subsequent departure from the Irish squad for the World Cup. To begin with, Hardwicke doesn't resemble Keane at all—she's much taller—but she does capture his arrogance. Coogan isn't an exact copy either, but she does capture his seemingly chaotic approach to player management. Directors: Lisa Barros D'Sa, Glenn Leyburn Writer:: Paul Fraser Stars: Éanna Hardwicke, Steve Coogan, Peter McDonald What I felt while watching the film was the disastrous state of Irish planning. That was the problem: Keane, of Manchester United fame, expected more. I watched The Damned United last week, which deals with the rivalry between Brian Clough and Don Revie. It's tense, funny, and genuinely interesting, but this isn't. It's okay, and it plays on Irish stereotypes. The best part for me was hea...
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“Shōgun” is a Hollywood film that takes a defensive stance from the beginning. The FX series, a ten-part adaptation of James Clavell's sprawling 1975 novel, takes an English sailor to 17th-century Japan, where he rises through the ranks of his samurai.
Announced six years ago with promises of modern sensibilities, the production aimed to consult experts on Japanese feudal culture and cast predominantly Japanese actors, in contrast to previous adaptations that did not subtitle Japanese dialogue. These efforts were intended to distinguish “Shōgun” from previous works that treated Asian aesthetics as spectacle without regard for the depth and presence of Asians.
Stars: Hiroyuki Sanada, Cosmo Jarvis, Anna Sawai
While the series initially follows Blackthorne (Cosmo Jarvis), it quickly broadens his perspective. Blackthorne, a staunch Protestant, seeks Japan to compete with Portuguese traders, but upon landing, he becomes embroiled in the power struggles of Lord Toranaga (Hiroyuki Sanada) and other regents vying for control. As alliances shift and ambitions clash, the series delves into themes of ulterior motives and cultural divides.
The narrative complexity and thematic depth of “Shōgun” may echo the appeal of “Game of Thrones,” but it also shares its predecessor’s penchant for intricate world-building and graphic violence. However, unlike “Game of Thrones,” “Shōgun” struggles to fully engage audiences due to its less developed character dynamics and lack of emotional resonance. While Toranaga and Mariko are elevated to main characters to avoid cultural whitewashing, their restricted characters limit their dramatic impact, leaving viewers yearning for more depth and connection.
Ultimately, “Shōgun” feels more like an intriguing artifact than a compelling series. Its focus on political intrigue overshadows character development, leaving viewers wanting greater emotional investment. While the series features impressive visuals and action sequences, its inability to strike a balance between grand narrative and intimate human drama detracts from its overall impact.
Netflix has released a trailer for the new sci-fi anime, Moonrise, which shows the main character Jack in action against creatures that serve as antagonists in the Earth vs. Moon conflict. Although no firm release date has been provided for the anime series yet, Moonrise will stream on Netflix sometime in 2024. Announced on Netflix Tudum 2022, Moonrise is written by novelist Tou Ubukata, best known for his excellent work on Ghost in the Shell, Psycho-Pass 2, and Psycho-Pass 3. Beloved artist Hiromu Akawara, who previously worked on the hit series from the Fullmetal Alchemist manga, will also join the show as a character designer. Ubukata wrote and published a prologue novel in December 2018. Netflix describes Moonrise as "a fateful tale of resistance forces on the moon challenging the peaceful inhabitants of Earth to battle." The trailer introduces the two main characters, Jack and Al, while Kawasaki's music accompanies the action-packed scenes. In addition to Ubukata an...
Vinland Saga is set to debut on Netflix and Crunchy Roll early in the new year. In order to get fans excited for the return of their favorite Viking epic anime, an official trailer featuring the ending song has been posted on their website. The trailer is set to LMYK's song “Without Love” and features a brief description that simply reads, “Against Fate: Crawl Cause and Effect. This is no doubt referring to Thorfinn's situation from season 1, as his actions in leaving home and what he did the entire time he was gone will surely have consequences. Vinland Saga Season 2 will stream every Monday at 12:30 p.m. JPT, starting January 9, 2023, with a simulcast on Crunchyroll and Netflix a bit later in the day for the US run. The anime's second year will have 24 episodes, which will likely be split into two 12-episodes. Covering the "prologue" arc of the original manga, the first season of Vinland Saga follows the story of a young Viking warrior named Thorfinn who joins a...
“Sullivan's Crossing,” a Canadian drama series, will debut in the United States on October 4, 2023. The show originally premiered on CTV in March of the same year and features Morgan Kohan, Tom Jackson and Chad Michael Murray. in fundamental roles. It is based on the novel of the same name by Robyn Carr and is set in rural Nova Scotia. In season 1, the narrative will focus on Maggie, played by Morgan, an aspiring neurosurgeon whose professional career is derailed by controversy. “Sullivan’s Crossing” promises to be a thought-provoking drama that delves into themes of family dysfunction, abandonment and the perennial search for identity and purpose. Creator: Roma Roth Stars: Morgan Kohan, Scott Patterson, Chad Michael Murray The show's official tagline reads: “After neurosurgeon Maggie Sullivan's personal and professional life is upended, she returns to her home in Sullivan's Crossing. While she's there, Maggie is forced to navigate her complicated present as she co...
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