Some people say some films change the way they think about life. That has never happened to me. This film, however, did incite me to think about my life. It made me think about the relationship I have with my parents. It made me think about the relationship I have with my kids. It made me think about where those relationships will be in 20 years. One of the reasons this film is so great is that, like all great films, it touches on aspects of humanity we encounter everyday. And this film does it as well as any other. Ozu's direction is nearly perfect. Every aspect of the film is profoundly effective. I thought the cinematography was simple, yet intricate. The acting was superb. Every actor hit every note dead on. I especially found the parent's to be very compelling. The dialog was direct and very honest. So many times, we say one thing in order to not say the main thing. This film affected me more than most others I have seen.
Review of Tokyo Story
