This is not a movie for everyone but this is a movie everyone should see.

Rating: 8/10 (20 October 2012)

First off I'm not familiar with Chinese history especially before WWII, so I had no idea the Japanese invaded the country in the 1930's. This story is about an American mortician John Miller played by Christian Bale who finds himself at a convent in the middle of a bombed out town surrounded by the Japanese. When he first arrives he is the only adult because the Priest died and the staff has fled. He just wants to get paid and leave before he is killed. Then some prostitutes from the local brothel seek refuge in the church. I loved the interplay between the young girls and the pro's. then there is the change in John as he goes from heartless and jaded to the "hero" for lack of a better word. I don't want to give any spoilers so I'll stop there. This movie will make you cry for loss and personal sacrifice. It could be a little hard to follow. Half the dialog you need subtitles for which seemed to go fast even for me who is a fast reader. but it is an amazing story that should be told and even if I never watch it again am glad I found this amazing tale.