The most boring movie since the invention of the Brazilian telenovela

Rating: 5/10 (9 February 2004)

This movie is so much applauded for its sensitive characterization of two lonely persons and their friendship, born in loneliness. Yes, no debate about that. The point is, I don't like movies with no plot at all. "An aged US actor and a young US woman feel lost and lonely in Tokyo and befriend." That's the entire story. Nothing of importance happens, NOTHING! No plot, no suspense, no finish to wait for, no real character development, only the same situation again and again with some ups and downs. Whether you find the gags about shallow Japanese funny or racist, is your choice.
5/10