An Examination Of The Duality Of Shogun: Brutal Action vs Casual Dinner Scenes
Although Shogun contains brutal depictions of feudal combat, the show's true strength comes from contrasting the action with quiet drama.
FX's Shogun is a masterclass in contrasts. Although the show was marketed on the basis of intense, brutal feudal combat, its real strength comes from the juxtaposition of violence with quiet, contemplative scenes of character development. As a result, Shogun is much more than a pulpy counterpart to gratuitous period action series like Game of Thrones. Instead, the show combines compelling characters, intimate stories, and intricate world-building – punctuated by moments of surprising and effective savagery.
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