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Set in early 17th-century Japan, shipwrecked English navigator John Blackthorne finds intrigue and culture shock in a feudal society that puts a premium on honor. A rival Lord sentences Blackthorne ...
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After Lord Toronaga rescues Blackthorn from prison, he enlists him as his aide and names him, 'Anjin-san'. Mariko is directed to tutor Anjin-san in the language and customs of Japan.
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John Blackthorne, an English ship pilot, whose vessel wrecked upon the Japanese coast in the early 16th century is forced to deal with the two most powerful men in Japan in these days. He is thrown in the midst of a war between Toranaga and Ishido, who struggle for the title of Shogun which will give ultimate power to the one who possesses it. Written by Harald Mayr <marvin@bike.augusta.de>
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All the conflict, adventure and intrigue of feudal Japan ... See more »Certificate:
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15 September 1980 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
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Asahi National Broadcasting Company,Jardine Matheson Co. Ltd.,National Broadcasting Company (NBC) See more »
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Pilot-Major John Blackthorne: Captain Yoshinaka was right to search him. Was that your idea?
Lady Toda Buntaro - Mariko: Please excuse me, but I was afraid for you.
Pilot-Major John Blackthorne: Sad, isn't it? Not being able to trust anyone.
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The ship used for the Erasmus, was called The Golden Hinde. It was hired in London, and sailed to Yokohama via San Francisco. This is the same ship used for the Black Ship, so it had to be modified to look different. See more »Goofs
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