Reviews

Disappointing. Too self-serious to embrace the fact that the plot is basically James Bond level goofy. The movie tacks on nonsensical mechanics to plug gaping plot holes. This would be forgiveable if the movie wasn't practically designed to be whiteboarded, which is the only way to really grasp the time travel plot. Seeing this movie made me wonder if Inception is as good as I remember.

Worth watching once. Ripley back as creepy human-alien hybrid adds an interesting dimension to the character. Unfortunately the script basically ignores this until the final few scenes. Scenes featuring the aliens are generally over-reliant on dated CGI, which detracts from some otherwise good action sequences (like the underwater scene).

This movie focuses on a rough patch in the marriage of frustrated housewife Michiyo and her hardworking husband Hatso. It's a bittersweet story about the coming to terms with your life when it seems hopelessly uninspiring. The conservative conclusion sees quiet despair giving way to a stronger relationship. Yara is the star, and the supporting cast really bring the movie to life.