Americanized vehicle, saved by it's pure intentions

Rating: 8/10 (10 June 2019)

As a frequent traveller to Japan -modern Japan but nevertheless - i feel this movie tastes too much like a Hollywood stage. Nothing wrong with that but if you pretend to be authentic, do your homework. This is not Japan, but a too easily produced version of it.
But the story's premise - well, there seem to be many - is brought so carefully and impressive, that i reward with an 8. The noble love between Cruise and the widow, the melancholy of a dying culture and the powerful presentation of 'Bushido', it adds to a very satisfying experience.
So,
Don't expect a movie about Japan, just feel entertained with a story, set out in a fantasy country, like Lord of the Rings and feel the noble virtues supporting Cruise's character's arc.