'Shogun' Star Discusses Shocking Death and Historical Accuracy
TL;DR
Anna Sawai, star of the miniseries Shōgun, reflects on her emotional journey playing Lady Akechi Mariko in the penultimate episode, where her character sacrifices her life to signal corruption and spark a rebellion. Sawai discusses the significance of Mariko's actions, her character's definition of freedom, and the emotional impact of filming the dramatic scenes.
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