FX’s Shōgun - Q&A with cast and creators at Japan Society

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3 ай бұрын

Japan Society and FX were honored to present a very special members-only screening of the FX Original Series Shōgun - featuring cast and producers in person on February 25 at Japan Society in New York City.
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Cast and Producers In Attendance
Justin Marks, Co-Creator, Executive Producer, Showrunner, Writer
Rachel Kondo, Co-Creator, Executive Producer, Writer
Michaela Clavell, Executive Producer
Hiroyuki Sanada, Producer / Star, “Toranaga”
Anna Sawai, Star, “Lady Mariko”
Eriko Miyagawa, Producer
Frederick H. Katayama, Moderator
FX’s Shōgun, an original adaptation of James Clavell’s bestselling novel, is set in Japan in the year 1600 at the dawn of a century-defining civil war. Producer Hiroyuki Sanada stars as “Lord Yoshii Toranaga” who is fighting for his life as his enemies on the Council of Regents unite against him. When a mysterious European ship is found marooned in a nearby fishing village, its English pilot, “John Blackthorne” (Cosmo Jarvis), comes bearing secrets that could help Toranaga tip the scales of power and devastate the formidable influence of Blackthorne’s own enemies - the Jesuit priests and Portuguese merchants. Toranaga’s and Blackthorne’s fates become inextricably tied to their translator, “Toda Mariko” (Anna Sawai), a mysterious Christian noblewoman and the last of a disgraced line. While serving her lord amidst this fraught political landscape, Mariko must reconcile her newfound companionship with Blackthorne, her commitment to the faith that saved her and her duty to her late father.
The 10-episode limited series features an acclaimed Japanese cast, unprecedented for an American production, including Tadanobu Asano as “Kashigi Yabushige,” a notorious backstabber and close ally of Toranaga; Hiroto Kanai as “Kashigi Omi,” the young leader of the fishing village where Blackthorne’s ship was found; Takehiro Hira as “Ishido Kazunari,” a powerful bureaucrat who is Toranaga’s chief rival; Moeka Hoshi as “Usami Fuji,” a widow who must find new purpose amidst her lord’s fight; Tokuma Nishioka as “Toda Hiromatsu,” Toranaga’s trusted general and closest friend; Shinnosuke Abe as “Buntaro” (“Toda Hirokatsu”), Mariko’s jealous husband; Yuki Kura as “Yoshii Nagakado,” the brash son of Toranaga with a strong desire to prove himself; Yuka Kouri as “Kiku,” a courtesan renowned for her artistry throughout Japan; and Fumi Nikaido as “Ochiba no Kata,” the revered mother of the heir who will stop at nothing to put an end to Toranaga and his threat to her son’s power.
Shōgun is created for television by Rachel Kondo & Justin Marks, with Marks serving as showrunner and executive producer alongside Michaela Clavell, Edward L. McDonnell, Michael De Luca and Kondo. The series is produced by FX Productions.
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@knightridersgal9369 Ай бұрын

I'm a Third-generation American Japanese woman, who has seen both versions of Shogun. I totally loved the 1980's TV miniseries but appreciate this adaptation so much more. This version was so authentic, allowing me to be transported back to, what I imagine 16th Century Japan would have been like. Kudos to all of you. I have found a new sense of Pride in my culture. It was hard to be proud of my culture while growing up, because of Pearl Harbor. Again, deeply grateful. Job well done.....

@hex1c 3 ай бұрын

Hiroyuki is a gem.

@notoriginal1372 2 ай бұрын

He’s a legend.

@mpg3946 Ай бұрын

We need him starring in more Hollywood TV and films. He's a legit movie star.

@donnau3735 Ай бұрын

Hiroyuki Sanada in person is just so humble, almost embarrassed by the accolades being heaped on him, and so quiet spoken as opposed to the character that he portrays. He absolutely lives the character. Such great acting! He is so graceful and mesmerizing in how he commands your attention when he steps into the scene. He always looks so elegant and classy in these interviews! And being such a GORGEOUS badass doesn't hurt either🤤🤩😘!!!

@hanlee3345 Ай бұрын

This show better win the award shows in almost every category or we riot

@machiskyblade 3 ай бұрын

I'm just so happy Hiroyuki Sanada is also producing this epic show! What a legend!

@hanlee3345 Ай бұрын

he is the reason the show was mostly Japanese spoken(makes it so much more authentic)

@GryphonHall 2 ай бұрын

So, essentially, Hiroyuki became the Toranaga to the entire cast. Wow. Just Wow.

@P.Whitestrake Ай бұрын

He's the shogun both on-screen & off-screen.

@hdlam1 Ай бұрын

Agreed. I think Hiroyuki amazingly displayed quiet servant leadership, supporting and uplifting his colleagues. Good example for me to emulate. Thanks.

@johnmcc5896 2 ай бұрын

What kind words from Hiroyuki to praise Anna. Thank you for making this series. It's been great every week

@okitasan 3 ай бұрын

10:51 this is one of those details that millions of informed audience members would notice (and have noticed for a long, long time when it comes to samurai/katana when represented in western movies, vs how they are in real life and how they usually represented in Japanese movies). It's a small thing, but small things do add up. Major respect to the creators for going that far to make sure it's right. This also relates to what Hiroyuki Sanada says at 16:43 -- Both Hollywood and Japan have so many deep seated archetypes/tropes/stereotypes/traditions what have you when it comes to samurai and jidaigeki. It is *so* awesome that they went above and beyond to make something that is authentic, yet breaks away from those tropes. I'm certain it would never have happened were it a solely Japanese production, but it also never could've happened right without Japanese professional involvement. Just from two episodes alone it's clear this show is something special.

@IronFreee 2 ай бұрын

Thank you Japan for ignoring the current idiotic Hollywood trends and just focusing on telling a story the best you can. Thank you for trying your best to represent that fascinating historical context with its culture and politics. Thank you for respecting your audience instead of trying to spoon feed it with badly written nonsense.

@mitchmatt6002 3 ай бұрын

The love, time and effort that everyone poured into this show really shines through - it's wonderful!

@RoyKoopaling Ай бұрын

They all seem like such lovely people. It’s an amazing accomplishment. I hope it wins all the awards.

@nunya4244 2 ай бұрын

So happy for him, he deserves the recognition. Love him to pieces!

@CruzR1111 3 ай бұрын

Absolute masterpiece. Love it ❤ I rewatched the 1st episode an hour after with husband and he actually stayed awake which is rare for him. (He’d into had 3.5 hours sleep and had worked 15 hours. I couldn’t help myself and I watched the other 2 eps without him. I will be happy to rewatch. I was blown away by all the minute details and nuances as well as the grand scale of everything. Such a brilliant series!

@aikankei 3 ай бұрын

A superb film that shows what happens when teamwork combines with cultural diligence.

@luiscmyk0824 2 ай бұрын

Hiro-san is definitely the heart of this show.

@codezer0670 Ай бұрын

SHOGUN definitely a masterpiece 10/10 every single episode! Just WOW!

@bubdubchub 2 ай бұрын

This is an absolute masterpiece of a series. Congratulations! 🎉

@adriantoth1639 3 ай бұрын

Outstanding work! Hiroyuki became a living legend. I'm filled with respect and admiration. Greetings from Canada 🇨🇦

@poilagratter2417 3 ай бұрын

Thank you, that was very interesting. Excellent series.

@marcusliou6340 3 ай бұрын

Omg when Anna is about to cry... These guys definitely were close

@DespiadaNamira 2 ай бұрын

For those wondering, listen from about 18:18, that's where Hiro says what makes her tear up (in a good way, of course!)

@rindahlestari5103 2 ай бұрын

Absolutely engaging, amazing series. Stunning from a visual perspective and captivating in its story and acting! Remarkable!!!

@salvadorpereira5084 3 ай бұрын

great interview

@Shado09246 Ай бұрын

Great series, you can tell that the crew that worked on it strived to make it authentic

@larrycleveland8832 2 ай бұрын

THIS SHOW IS AMAZING!!!

@RajDeelish 3 ай бұрын

What a masterpiece.

@jacktran7044 2 ай бұрын

If only Mulan was done this way and written by Chinese authors

@theloniousm4337 2 ай бұрын

10:20 the one knock I have on the series (and its a very small knock) is the filming location was obviously the Pacific Northwest and not Japan. You might see some of those pine/fir trees and shrubbery in Northern Honshu or Hokkaido but not Osaka or Shizuoka.

@mauMauthecarabao 2 ай бұрын

ANNA!!!!

@user-rz2ox6bw8b 3 ай бұрын

素晴らしい英語です。🤭将軍の作品です。真田広之さん🤗そして、他の役者の人達も🇯🇵此れからも頑張って下さい。

@besscollins3163 2 ай бұрын

Did Anna spend a significant amount of time in the US because her English is definitely American English?

@kakyoukuzuki 2 ай бұрын

*TONARAGA-SAMA!*

@CartGoBroom 2 ай бұрын

anna sawai showing her tongue is soooo hootttt

@NinoskaMariaPaz Ай бұрын

Where is Cosmos Jarvis? He was great!!!

@MangaSamte Ай бұрын

@4:11 The comment about audiences becoming more accepting of reading subtitles has to be more for English speaking countries particularly the USA because I think non native English speaking countries are pretty used to it.

@komplexxormusicaiart Ай бұрын

10/10

@thepresentbaldkingoffrance6910 2 ай бұрын

they are all so introverted, omg hahaha

@bhoqeem1975 Ай бұрын

Where's Cosmo?

@trex1448 29 күн бұрын

Interesting they didn't invite the Pachinko cast to an event.

@tjk3430 2 ай бұрын

"...only worked 10 months on show." I'm going to interpret that in the worst way meaning I fear for Mariko's survival in the show.

@alesh2275 3 ай бұрын

Why is the host only asking Justin? There are 2 showrunners!

@user-hb2eq1sk7n 3 ай бұрын

hes white. This show caters to whites.

@Topschmok 2 ай бұрын

What do you mean? Rachel was asked a very thought out question at 12:36

@tiagoinacio167 Ай бұрын

it's a great show, very well made, produced, acted and so on. but if one goes for authenticity with the Japanese language and subtitles, and rightly so, isn't it a bit of a cop out to have the Portuguese speak English? either go full on, or don't,

@emjdedios Ай бұрын

might have been too many subtitles for a western audience. it's an fx production after all. i was pretty blown away tbh

@Kyoto_Ed Ай бұрын

I just don't think it was diverse enough lol

@peetabells Ай бұрын

How?

@makob3279 Ай бұрын

Japan actors were brilliant especially characters of Mariko Toranaga and Fuji . Jarvis as a Blackthorne was a biggest movie disaster , unconvincing, lacking passion , showing mostly a kind of a moron face

@OscarBSilao 3 ай бұрын

The White Savior Trope

@Thorvir Ай бұрын

what is he saving? he is trapped in a foreign country with no control over what happens to himself or anybody else . Also its based on a real story .

@peetabells Ай бұрын

How? He was Toranaga's plaything. Mariko died. He adapted the Japanese way. Again...how?

@manK2022 2 ай бұрын

As for me - disappoinment so far. Pity. I have read a book , have listened ABs, and I have seen previous tv vesion 80 several times. This new one- no music at all, a lack of genius loci , dull colours... Deformation of a story - eg. a brutal illogical end with cannons of 4. episode- Use "sniper" cannons to eliminate enemy, who is in proximity etc, etc.... . The cast- in version 80 much better. Nevertheless I will follow next episodes. New version is aimed on VG kids.

@madden12 2 ай бұрын

Damn son, u are so hard to please. I disagree with you

@manK2022 2 ай бұрын

@@madden12 i can be your grandfather.

@tjk3430 2 ай бұрын

I'm glad I didn't see '1980 or read the book before seeing this show because I'm loving it. Would visit the original afterwards.

@manK2022 2 ай бұрын

@@tjk3430 I recommend to everybody to read a book- immediately. You could finish it in 6 - 8 days. You could understand much better what going on there and enjoy a story. An Audiobook narrated by Ralph Lister, is terrible. He made Blackthorne in an agressive way. (Not only my opinion). I am lucky to hear AB Shogun also in another language ( even 2 versions) - absolutely superb experience.. I recommend also a non- fiction book- Samurai William, by Giles Milton.v

@theultimatewarlord69420 2 ай бұрын

@@manK2022The show already has everything explained and acted out clearly and concisely in a flowing manner thus far. I don't need to read the book to understand anything further. Edit: Even if the show had altered a few aspects of the book to incorporate their own authenticity into it, it's still, I believe, very true to the sense of the book, and, obviously, stays very true to how every thought and action was accurately (definitely not perfectly for the sake of originality) portrayed back then during 1600