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4.50*
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A genuine exploration of the Japanese (underground) nightlife. Many of the characters have roots in the scenes they portray, as does director McKie. It's rare to see a foreign director fare well in Japan, but he nailed the culture and the people by committing to enlisting proper talent rather than idols wanting to turn actors. The cinematography is colorful, the performances are great, the dance routines are stunning (especially in combination with the editing) and Yume's journey is a wild and wonderful one. Bonus points for avoiding many pitfalls of the genre and cooking up and ending that isn't all that cheesy. A superb film. Read all