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Azhur
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Saw the movie today and must say, that it was surprisingly refreshing and made me feel really good. Anyone else seen this small masterpiece?


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Dude, I love that movie!! It's just such a sweet and heart-warming film. Takeshi Kitano is obviously brilliant in it, just like he is in everything else (he directed it as well!), but it really surprised me to see how funny he was in it...there were times when I really laughed out loud!
EVERYONE should see this film, it's totally in my top ten fave Japanese movies!!


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Yeah, this movie is really good. I watched it twice on the Independent Film Channel. Joe Hisaishi's music is excellent as always.


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I watched this film again last night (only the second time I've seen it), and it is truly amazing! As OYM said, Joe Hisaishi's music is beautiful, sweet and moving and completely mirrors the innocence of the two main characters.
Takeshi Kitano is hilarious in it, his slap stick and his comic timing are indeed a treat for those used to only seeing him in Yakuza movies.
The film is actually Kitano's take on The Wizard Of Oz! It is poignant, touching, funny...all you could ever want from a film!
Last night, I had a Takeshi night, watching 'Kikujiro', 'Gohatto' and 'Sonatine'. You tell me another actor who can convincingly pull off roles in a heart-warming comedy, a period drama, and a 'gangster' flick, and do absolute justice to all three roles?! The man is a legend and a genius, with a measured style unlike anyone elses! Takeshi Kitano is without doubt one of the greatest actors, and directors, and writers, of all time!
Anyone who loves movies should see this film...you won't be disappointed!


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