A good solid film, that deserves viewing.

Rating: 8/10 (18 January 2004)

I'll summarize my opinion in a few sentences. While this film will never rise to great heights, it is a very good picture, with a compelling story that can grip you. It's really a sense of taste with this one. The locations where beautifull, costumes where good and near original, setting is good, do Americans come out looking like the silly people they are?Yes! well then you have all the things you need for a good film. But, do you like the characters, well, I did, but if you told me you thought Nathan was an alcoholic whining sorry excuse for a man, I believe and understand you. If you don't know why Taka and Nathan like each other, I can, but I must admit, I had my troubles.
So should you see this film? Yes! Will I buy the DVD? No!