This is a great movie.

Rating: 9/10 (3 January 2004)

I think this is a great movie. This is a moving story where enemies have the opportunity to find out what the other thinks. It seemed very realistic in many ways (as much as one today can know what realism was in the times and events portrayed). The acting was very good, and I will be surprised if awards are not give for this film. The scenes of Japanese life were calming, and the Japanese portrayed in the village do seem very 'disciplined'. Some scenes may seem to be brutal, but I believe represent the viciousness of war, no matter the age. I recommend this movie, especially on the big screen.