Capt. Nathan Algren (Tom Cruise) is an American military officer hired by the Emperor of Japan to train the country's first army in the art of modern warfare. As the government attempts to eradicate the ancient Samurai warrior class in preparation for more Westernized and trade-friendly policies, Algren finds himself unexpectedly affected by his encounters with the Samurai, which places him at the center of a struggle between two eras and two worlds.
Release date: December 1, 2003 (USA)
Director: Edward Zwick
Music composed by: Hans Zimmer
Nominations: Academy Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role
Awards: Satellite Award for Best Original Score
Distributed by: Warner Bros., Warner Bros. Pictures