Jay Garmino

"SHOGUN takes viewers on an immersive journey to Japan's 17th century with its captivating storytelling and visually stunning cinematography. The first two episodes brilliantly set the stage, blending historical accuracy with compelling characters. The meticulous attention to detail and superb performances create a gripping narrative that leaves audiences eagerly anticipating the unfolding drama. A must-watch for enthusiasts of historical epics."

Sorry but Snyder 500’s triumph took lowest turn in making this film. He should have tried Woo’s Fast Furious effects rather than sticking on never ending slowmo scenes. He failed to top Star Wars either, unable to level any of Star Trek’s series. Characters were great but their rebellious roles were deemed burned and overuse scripts. Snyder failed to show his greatness, he should have write something different twists instead of recycling the Star Wars saga of kudetas! My lowest rate rather rotten tomatoes indeed and yes, forget the part two.

This movie was a promotion for the 30th anniversary of Friends. If you look at all of the product placements you’ll realize that this movie is a giant infomercial. The acting is bad and dialogue is completely awkward and not realistically written. There is a cyber attack, but why would this cause flamingos and deers to start acting crazy while not affecting other animals? Completely nonsensical movie. I copied and paste this post from another reviewer. To be honest she nailed it!!!! If you care about using your time wisely, then avoid this film like the plague. But if you like watching terribly written media, then by all means grab a snack and relax. Because this film is the embodiment of utter garbage. The first, and to me, the greatest red flag is seeing the Obamas as executive producers. The movie just changed far too many times, giving you more questions than answers. Family on the beach, a supposed home invasion, planes crashing, a brat obsessed with Friends, hackers start the end of the world, animals migrate for no apparent reason, son is poisoned by radiation yet no one else is and not to mention the blatant racial themes etc. Just a heaping mess of a pile. None of the characters are developed and slowly turn against each other. Situations like these would bring you together, not force you apart. You’d come to hate a few others, such as the daughter who treats Friends like a god and the other daughter, Ruth, who not only has a spoiled attitude but she assumes things on everyone and also believes you should never trust white people. I wish I were joking. And I quote: "I'm asking for you to remember that if the world falls apart, trust should not be doled out easily to anyone, especially white people." This had no relevance to the film at all! If this statement was flipped around, watch how things would go. I guess her name “Ruth” is short for ruthless. Because she did not act nice to anyone, not even her own father at times. If they removed her from the script, it would have made this film somewhat better. But not enough to save it. But the fact this made it through production baffles me. Then again, remind yourself of who the executive producers were. As for the “terrorist” act itself, it just isn’t clear which nation is the main driving force of it all. First some Arabic country to then either Korea or China. No idea because this is never answered. Nor were a lot of things. Where was the military? The actual forces of the nation. Apparently they do not exist, so everyone has to fend for themselves. Granted we do live in a technological world, but planes wouldn’t be crashing nor boats intentionally grounding themselves if everything was hacked. Analog exists. Pilots can still operate a plane without working apparatus etc. I’d go on but other reviews capture the level of frustration this “movie” brings the table. It’s bad. At least the daughter got to watch the last episode of Friends, after running off with neither brains nor brawn. Ate a large supply of food and somehow, found a VHS tape that oh so conveniently had Friends. Leaving her family to die. I wonder what she’ll think after the episode is over. Probably happiness, not a care for her family, as a show takes more priority than the end of the world." If I could give this movie a rating less than one star I would

Full packed bloody action. Drone cameras are brilliant tools for multiple chase scenes. Sam’s stunts are masterful. Tribute to Chris who is now officially retired from acting.

They put too much hype on marketing publicity in making this film beautiful but oppositely it’s way way too-common boring story given the A-lists actors and a great film set. The script is too common and predictable for every family there is always one a-hole from either side of the party. I will complement the masterpiece of cinematography, the actors and Campton but I will not remember this film after.

I think by far the best tele game series. Every episode comes with an epic surprises.

Brilliantly made as the fictional truth of the stories baffled viewers in every episodes. Totally made only for entertainment, show your daughter knowing that being a royal princess is hellacious nightmare fairytale.

Spiritually Uplifting. Authentic and provocative calling.