We've been so used to seeing "uncultured" cultures in media eventually learning the "civilised" ways of the West, but this episode instead opts not to fall on that trope, and merely points out the stark differences between a culture that's driven by individuality as opposed to another that's driven by collectivism. One believes in pushing against the current, while the other believes in going with its flow.
I shared John's frustration with the complex traditions of his hosts/jailers, but as it turns out, his unwillingness to accept the culture of the land he stood on was ultimately shortsighted, with others around him suffering for it.
Once again, the show never relents on the never-ending tension, keeping audiences glued to the screen to see what happens next. For a period drama, Shogun is the best political thriller I've seen since House of Cards.
I shared John's frustration with the complex traditions of his hosts/jailers, but as it turns out, his unwillingness to accept the culture of the land he stood on was ultimately shortsighted, with others around him suffering for it.
Once again, the show never relents on the never-ending tension, keeping audiences glued to the screen to see what happens next. For a period drama, Shogun is the best political thriller I've seen since House of Cards.