107 MAJOR Key Differences Between Shogun (1980) & Shogun (2024)

get ready to show up your dance moves as we rewind the clock and compare the 1980 classic shun with his 2024 adaptation we'll see how these two versions kick off with the Epic tale of John Blackthorne in feudal Japan my question is from the in Premiere welcome and let's begin the 1980s starts with a classic chill voice over like your grandpa telling a story setting the scene and introducing the big players it's classy and we get straight to the point plunder Spanish and Portuguese possessions in the recently discovered new world and we get some nice helicopter shots with the beautiful sunny light 2024 version bam we're thrown right away into the action with the hungry crew of The Dutch ship arriving in Japan is intense and grabs your attention from the get-go 1980 version assumes you know Japanese history in a way living to figure out the power struggles between the Regens and the Tao air on your own as you watch the different parts the 2024 version breaks it down for you with a handy text intro and clear explanations it's like having a history teacher right there with you we follow black Thor entire Journey from the hardships at Sea to his initial Wonder upon reaching Japan it's like we're right there with him we meet black dor already captured by the samurai experiencing his confusion and fear as he thrown into this strange New World it downplays a conflict between the Catholics and the Protestants focusing more in the cultural clash between black dor and Japanese the jizu try to kill black Dorn is a big deal deal showing the religious tension and they're hungry for power think bride Sunny landscape and colorful kimonos it's like stepping into a beautiful postcard of Japan it's all about the dark and gritty aesthetic Everything feels a bit more intense and realistic and hey the violence is style to [Music] 11 our boy black Thorne rocks a colorful red and white outfit showing his Adventure Spirit black Thor where mostly black reflecting the more serious tone of the series we get to know more of the crew and their personalities adding more details to the story and making us care about them this is shown when Black Thorn and the crew have to decide which one of them is going to die this is not shown and then newest version the focus is mainly on Blackthorn with the crew more in the background black Thor moved to aido is his moved transition focusing on his interactions with MAO and his growing understanding of Japanese culture with soraga order ing Yushi to relocate black Thor hinting at a hitting strategy behind the move the black Chip departure is a background event with the focus remaining on Black Thorn and his experiences in Japan the episode introduced a subplot with Fiera def find the Jesu and plotting to sell we Tag's permission adding tension and highlighting the power struggles between the Portuguese and the church is Sho inspection of the Caravan and the subsequent attack by kiyama here help me headquarters it's not proper create a thrilling action sequence showcasing the constant threat of violence and betrayal we get a similar scene in the 1980s tona's escape from laka Castle remains a mystery leaving viewers who have speculate on how he manage it black d and medical witness taga secretly sing sides with his wife rebaling his skills and ability to deceive his enemies also we get him to show up his fighting skills Bun's role in tona's Escape is not explicitly shown D stays behind to fight off the kiyama men allowing tanaga and his party to escape this act of selflessness highlights his loyalty and dedication to his Lord we see tanaga also negotiating with the Portuguese for a passage on the black ship demonstrating his ability to make deals with even his enemies to achieve his goals black Thor there in pursuit of the black ship and his clever maneuvering rejoined is Showcase his courage and resourcefulness black Thor promotion to hatamoto and his roolling train meing the samurai are briefly mentioned the episode emphasizes significance of blackor new position and his expertise in Western tactics highlighting his growing importance to taga Miko internal conflict is hinted but not fully explored we see Miko struggling with her feelings for Black Thorn and her loyalty to tanaga adding more chaos to her character tona's departure from aido is a brief scene with the focus quickly shifting to Black th arrival the episode dedicates more time to to Tanaka's inspection of yui's Army and his Farewell emphasizing his strategic planning and Leadership the ownership of the osmus and his crew is implied but not fully explained Medico clearly informs black Thor that the ship and crew now belong to tanaga you're quite mistaken highlighting his control and black th dependence and his favor and also that his crew is in Edo blackor New Life in aido is briefly shown focusing on his interactions with MAO and his initial training of the Samurai the episode explores Black's home his salary and his relationship with his concert usami in more detail providing a deeper understanding of his daily life and adjustments to Japanese culture Yuan interactions with ishido and boy focus on the immediate threat of sepu and the demonstration of the cannon Omi suggest to offer confiscated weapons to ishido as a new layer of political maneuvering and highlights the complex power between the different factions the episode gives more screen time to Jos and his interactions with yush shigi emphasizing the pressure and yabuchi to betray tanaga and the consequences of his denial blackon relationship with Fuji is portrayed as polite but distant the dinner scene where black Dr get Fuji a gun and receive her late father's sword is a new addition symbolizing a growing Bond and respect between them black and medical relationship remains respectful and professional for now cuz you know Omi is portrayed as a loyal Samurai serving yuchi om's Envision and desire for power become more evident hinting at a political conflict with yush shigi in the future Yu loyalty to taga is unquestioned we see Yushi struggling between his loyalty to taga and the pressure to save his own Clan creating a more interesting and complex portrayal of his character it is war buo remains a distant figure with his relationship with Maro only hinted at until later in the episode buaro mov into Black Thorn and maro's home creates tension and awkwardness forcing them to confront their complex feelings and almost killing her with that Arrow Mico pass and her family tragic history are revealed gradually through conversations with blackorn in that scene where the sake between blackorn and buaro leads to a powerful revelation of Mico pass and her father's action adding meaning and emotional connection to her character bnar harsh treatment of Mao is implied but not explicitly shown bnar assault on Mao and black during subsequent confrontation creates a dramatic and emotionally charged scene forcing Mico to make a choice between her husband and her growing feelings for blackorn blackor desire to return to England is a constant theme but his request to leave is presented as a practical matter black Thor plea to leave car's more weight and his desire to be with his own family the earthquake and Black Thorn heroic Rescue of tanaga from the landslide add intense and build Connection in their bond highlighting the unpredictable nature the search for the spy with in Tag's rank remains a background element mud's manipulation of Yushi and Omi leading to The Gardener tragic dead at sadness and suspense showcasing the ruthlessness of some characters the power struggles in Osaka are presented through dialogue and Exposition the episode dedicates more time to showing the remaining Regent attempt to replace taga in oiva arrival emphasizing the shifting alliances and the growing thread to turna [Music] possession might go backstory and the tragic events surrounding her family are revealed gradually throughout the series The episode opens with a flashback to 1578 showcasing medical childhood friendship with the future aiva and providing context for their complex relationship and the events that shap their lives Mao's motivations and her father's Legacy are revealed through her conversations with Black Thorn and the others turna reveals his belief that Medical's father jensai intended for her to continue his work of protecting Japan adding death and purpose to her character and her loyalty to tanaga the hostage situation at Asaka Castle is presented as a backdrop with the political drama between taga and ishido the episode delves deeper into the tense atmosphere within the castle showcasing the fear and the uncertainty of the hostage and the ruthless tactics employed by OA and ishido hom matu escape from Osaka Castle is briefly mentioned the episode dedicates more time to his escape and the emotional farewell to his wife highlighting the sacrifice made in the name of loyalty and Duty aa's motivations are driven by her desire to protect her son the episode expands on AA believed that taga was responsible for her father's death adding more conflict and a personal vandetta to her actions and adding more to her anger towards him the Council of regent remains stable the introduction of Lord Ido as a potential new member of the council prays further political control and question as ishido seeks to consolidate his power and eliminate tona's influence sugiyama denial to accept Ido and his desperate attempt to flee Osaka with his family only to be brutally killed by iso's men this tragic event highlights the ruthlessness of ishido and the dangers of defying his authority tona's history and rise to power are revealed through conversations throughout the series The episode opens with a flashback to 1554 fasing a young tona's first Victory against the warlord nuchi the scene provides insight into his early experience with war his mind and his ruthlessness in achieving his goals tanaga family relationship are explored when we see his family but in the series they introduce a significant new subplot involving taga have brother their tense reunion and discussion of merging their armies highlights the Dynamics within the family and the challenges of uniting against a common enemy sigi character is not present in the original series The Revelation that zi has been offered the fifth Regency in place of sugiyama creates new conflicts and the challenges for tanaga his Invision and will to betray his brother and as a layer of intrigue yabuchi loyalty to tanaga remains there yabuchi decision to side with ishido and betray Tona adds betrayal and conflict to his character reflecting difficult choices faced by those caught in the middle of political war oiva is portrayed as a grieving mother and a political player the episode further emphasized oiva ruthlessness and her determination to take revenge on tanaga making her a more formidable and complex antagonist medical decision to stay with Tag's family and face the consequences of his surrender showcase her courage and her willingness to sacrifice her own wellbeing for the sake of Duty and honor the episode also dedicates more time to tanaga and his army journey to Ido where naga's funeral and the 49 days this emphasized the emotional impact of the LW and the importance of honoring tradition and Family Ties AA role in the political conflict is primarily focused on protecting her her son and securing his position as Heir the episode introduced any development with ishido proposing marriage to aiva to make their Alliance this adds more to the power and raise the stakes for tanaga and his allies in episode 9 the episode features a t and pivotal scene with Black Thorn Mico and yigi arriving in Osaka to surrender to ishido on tona's behalf this highlights the danger they face and the uncertainty of their future the episode showcase mico's courage and the Defiance he demands to leave Osaka return a family something that we don't see in the original series also the whole episode episode 9 is completely different from the original one of the most important thing is yuiki betrayal and the infiltration of the castle by the chinobi Army creates a chaotic and suspenseful sequence that highlights the dangers of the loyalties and the unpredictable nature of war in the 1980s version Medico is given a Christian funeral highlighting the impact of our dad and the respect she earned from both sides in episode 10 we don't see a funeral for Medico but it's discussed and the focus is on black Thor's grief and his desire to escape 1980 series Black Thorne gets injured in the explosion and is blinded well he sees but he's injured into his eyes in the 2024 version we do see how black Thorne gets injured but it's not like the original turn's plan to become Shogun is not fully explained but is hinted through his actions and conversation ation in the 20124 version taga Reveals His entire plan to yigi before he's dead explaining how he manipulated events and use people like black Thorne and Mico to achieve his goals now something that I love that is different in this episode episode 10 to the 1980 is a 2024 version includes a dream sequence where an older black dor reflects on his life in Japan in this version Fuji choose to become a nun after fulfilling her duty to tanaga and my favorite from the 1980 is how we see tanaga with his army celebrating his victory after the battle of sigi gahara here is doesn't happen at all and we actually see how black d is in front of the water black d in the distance in the 1980s version black turn is going to build his ship but turna is not there it's those Stranges that make the show really really different but that's the video all the changes and there's more I can do another video but was some of my favorit that they did but what are your thoughts and the changes that you enjoyed leave it in the comments below my name is Christian from Premier and I'll see you in the next one bye-bye one

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Id: O-05csEQFaU

Length: 14min 39sec (879 seconds)

Published: Tue Apr 23 2024