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Rikyu (1989)

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7.1/10
790 Votes
Drama History 19892h 15m

Late in the 1500s, an aging tea master teaches the way of tea to a headstrong Shogun. Through force of will and courageous fighting, Hideyoshi becomes Japan's most powerful warlord, unifying the country. Rikyu, through the tea ceremony and floral arrangements, tempers his lord, helping Hideyoshi focus on a single flower or be in a simple room where the shape of a cup is of most importance. But other forces fuel Hideyoshi's ambitions: the Portuguese bring a globe and guns, and he believes he can conquer Korea and China. When Rikyu raises doubts about invading China, Hideyoshi demands an apology, and Rikyu himself must find courage in the way of tea.Rikyu featuring Rentaro Mikuni and Yoshiko Mita is not currently available to stream, rent, or buy but you can add it to your want to see list for updates. It's a drama and history movie with a better than average IMDb audience rating of 7.1 (790 votes).

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Rikyu offers a unique blend of historical drama and cultural exploration, providing viewers with an in-depth look into the late 1500s era of Japan, particularly the way of tea and the role it played in tempering the ambitions of the country's most powerful warlord.

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The movie's narrative is compelling, focusing on the relationship between the tea master Rikyu and the headstrong Shogun Hideyoshi. It explores themes of power, ambition, and the influence of culture and tradition.

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Despite being released in 1989, Rikyu has stood the test of time with its strong storytelling and engaging performances, earning a respectable IMDb audience rating of 7.1 out of 10.

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#66,348 Ranked Movie

#1163 Ranked in History Movies

#27936 Ranked in Drama Movies

Rikyu has a better than average IMDb audience rating of 7.1 (790 votes). The movie is somewhat popular with Reelgood users lately.

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Late in the 1500s, an aging tea master teaches the way of tea to a headstrong Shogun. Through force of will and courageous fighting, Hideyoshi becomes Japan's most powerful warlord, unifying the country. Rikyu, through the tea ceremony and floral arrangements, tempers his lord, helping Hideyoshi focus on a single flower or be in a simple room where the shape of a cup is of most importance. But other forces fuel Hideyoshi's ambitions: the Portuguese bring a globe and guns, and he believes he can conquer Korea and China. When Rikyu raises doubts about invading China, Hideyoshi demands an apology, and Rikyu himself must find courage in the way of tea.

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Runtime: 2h 15m

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Related Genres: DramaHistory
Country of origin: Japan
Original Release Date: Sep 15, 1989