Beautiful, clever & haunting

Rating: 9/10 (19 November 2016)

Wasn't sure what to expect as I hadn't read many reviews in advance (& my partner just didn't get it at all!). This is not only a challenging movie but is beautiful to watch. Landscapes, scenery, locations. The human body in all it's glory (without prejudice) through to the clever story-in-story 'does money buy everything' and wonderful musical score. I know that I will revisit this movie again, more than once as there are more threads to absorb than just one viewing. Michael Caine, not usually my type of actor but playing the 'old man' - superb material. Keitel, self-absorbed yet caring and then the appearance of SumiJo - amazing voice. Really, you need to take some time out, settle in to this as it is a thoroughly recommended movie.