One of my favorite sci-fi movies of all time!

Rating: 9/10 (9 May 2005)

I find it refreshing to see the future portrayed in a vibrant colorful way, instead of the grey, dismal apocalypse that is so typical of movies in this category. I liked this movie so much, I bought a copy of it and watched it until I knew almost every line! This is a definite must for any serious sci-fi fan, if for no other reason than to expand your exposure. Although it's difficult to point out specifically, I could sense (without being told otherwise) it was a foreign film, which is a good thing...the mass-market crap being put out here is really tiresome. The visual style, crisp plot presentation, and subtle (and not so subtle) wit make this watchable time and time again. The more times you see it, the more you get from it! Intense, without being overly violent, and witty enough to make you feel like you're not watching a children's movie, this is just a fun movie to watch.