What's getting 'Lost In Translation' here?

Rating: 9/10 (22 September 2003)

The basic human feelings we all have. We can all say these things, but how much time are we devoting to what truly is being felt in a world that is getting more systematic through technology & language?

Charlotte & Bob are caught up in lives that don't have time for 'smelling the roses' with someone other than themselves. Though they are both attached, neither of them is able to connect with their significant other(or anyone else for that matter) The relationships they engage in are forced through mundane, or false gatherings with people trying to make phony insights(the Cammy Diaz-esque character was a nice touch), or in Murray's case, people wanting to leach onto whats left of his fame. When they finally meet, they realize, even though they are seperated in age, job, & experience they have a common want - feelings of life from outside the rat race. Someone who they can simply be themselves with, sharing the time.
Coppola does a tremendous job here of making the audience feel the loneliness & needs of her characters, without being overdramatic or by usi ng cliches. This film has a very autobiographical feel to it, i'm shocked that Sophia has made such a personal film, and with great imagination & honesty.

Murray & Johansson are magnificent, especially Johansson, who transforms herself almost identical to the writer/director, who I believe this film is based on. The opening shot basically gives that point away, if you understand the meaning.
This is the best film i've seen this year('American Splendor' is close 2nd). BTW - Great score & soundtrack as well.