Shogun (1980)
dramahistory
150
Stimulating
Consistently challenges the viewer and rewards attention
Score Breakdown
Cognitive Stimulation/50
36
Educational Value/50
40
Craft & Quality/50
36
IQ = round((Cognitive × 0.4 + Educational × 0.35 + Craft × 0.25) × 4)
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The TVI Take
The original miniseries adaptation of James Clavell's novel with Richard Chamberlain and Toshiro Mifune. Educational about Sengoku-era Japan — the 2024 remake is superior but this series introduced many Western viewers to Japanese culture.
Historical significance is substantial. The Mifune performance is exceptional.
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