Very well done.

Rating: 10/10 (5 February 2004)

First, this movie does an excellent job of showing you exactly what it's like to be in an Asian country for the first time.
Second, the unexpected friendship that develops between Murray and Johansson is so poignant.
Third, I went to Bangkok this past year and the parallels between Tokyo and Bangkok were stunning. I belly laughed at some of the things that happened in this movie because they hit home so hard.
Fourth, the relationship is representative of what can happen when two people are on the road and open to new experiences.
Very nicely done. I wish I had the talent of Ms. Coppola.