Shogun episode 9: The careful & deliberate pacing of the series so far puts most long form tv storytelling to shame. It knows exactly how to balance long, quiet & contemplative sequences with thrilling bursts of action that are revealing of character & finally heartbreaking.
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@RufusTSuperfly I read the book, watched the original series, know exactly what's coming, and yet one marvels at how they set up every shot, how they tell the story, and how devastating those last minutes are, tears flowing freely. The scene between Ochiba and Mariko is incredible. Amazing!
@Shaftoe14 Yes, so many beautifully acted scenes. I saw the original tv adaptation in the early 80s but had forgotten most of the story so it’s all new again for me.