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Like a good dream, Sofia Coppola's Lost in Translation envelopes you with an aura of fantastic light, moody sound, head-turning love, and a feeling of déjà vu, even though you've probably never been to this neon-fused version of Tokyo. Certainly Bob Harris has not. The 50-ish actor has signed-on for big money shooting whiskey ads instead of doing something good for his career or his long-distance family. Jetlagged, helplessly lost with his Japanese-speaking director and out of sync with the metropolis, Harris (Bill Murray, never better) befriends the married but lovelorn 25-year-old Charlotte (played with heaps of poise by 18-year-old Scarlett Johansson). Even before her photographer husband all but abandons her, she is adrift like Harris but in a total entrapment of youth. How Charlotte and Bill discover their soul mates will be cherished for years to come.
Written and directed by Coppola (The Virgin Suicides), the film is far more atmospheric than plot-driven: we whiz through Tokyo parties, karaoke bars and odd nightlife, always ending up in the impossibly posh hotel where the two are staying. The wisps of bittersweet loneliness of Bill and Charlotte are handled smartly and romantically, but unlike modern studio films, this isn't a May to December fling film. Surely and steadily, the film ends on a much-talked-about grace note, which may burn some, yet awards film lovers who "always had Paris" with another cinematic destination of the heart. --Doug Thomas
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Winner of 3 Golden Globes (including Best Film), Winner of 3 Baftas (including Best Actor for Bill Murray and Best Actress for Scarlett Johansson) and nominated for 4 Academy Awards (including Best Film), Lost In Translation is a laugh-out-loud portrayal of loneliness and human connection.
Featuring superior performances from Bill Murray and Scarlett Johansson as Bob and Charlotte, two Americans in Tokyo. Bob is a movie star in town to shoot a whiskey commercial, while Charlotte is a young wife tagging along with her workaholic photographer husband. Through their respective insomnias, the two cross paths one night in the luxury hotel bar and strike up a surprisingly intimate friendship. As the unlikely pair venture through Tokyo together, having often hilarious encounters with its citizens, they ultimately discover a new belief in life’s possibilities.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By Joe
Format:Blu-ray
There are a lot of negative reviews for this film.
I loved it.
I have trouble putting my thoughts down into words, so Ill just say this; (Ive never used a semi-colon in my life, so I took a shot) If your'e an introspective, evaluative and emotional person who is possibly troubled by life, then you should watch this. If you aren't, stay away.
I loved it.
I have trouble putting my thoughts down into words, so Ill just say this; (Ive never used a semi-colon in my life, so I took a shot) If your'e an introspective, evaluative and emotional person who is possibly troubled by life, then you should watch this. If you aren't, stay away.
55 of 64 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
A lot of people claim to have not enjoyed this film due to its lack of plot. Well, I don't necessarily think that is a bad thing, as the film is plainly focused on the relationship between the two main characters, two people who would never normally have reason to socialise.
The story is a peek into the lives of two very different people who are trying to survive the boredom and frustration of being in a place where you have virtually no one to communicate to. It's a shame that a lot of the reviews here do not rate the great subtleties of this movie.
If you have watched this film and didn't enjoy it then it just wasn't your thing. It doesn't mean it's a bad film. I personally felt very moved, amused and thrilled after seeing it.
Bill Murray remains a genius when it comes to this type of role, his ablibing ability is something to treasure, and it was surprise to see him being so effective in this kind of dramatic role, rather than the comedic performances we are used to.
The story is a peek into the lives of two very different people who are trying to survive the boredom and frustration of being in a place where you have virtually no one to communicate to. It's a shame that a lot of the reviews here do not rate the great subtleties of this movie.
If you have watched this film and didn't enjoy it then it just wasn't your thing. It doesn't mean it's a bad film. I personally felt very moved, amused and thrilled after seeing it.
Bill Murray remains a genius when it comes to this type of role, his ablibing ability is something to treasure, and it was surprise to see him being so effective in this kind of dramatic role, rather than the comedic performances we are used to.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray|Amazon Verified Purchase
The movie is a great watch no matter how you look at it but this transfer leaves a lot to be desired. From the first frame it is evident that this barely rises above DVD-standard when it comes to PQ. It is truly sad that a fine movie like this get such a poor treatment. The AQ fares better and is pretty good. Don't waste your money is you already own a good dvd-transfer.
33 of 39 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I'm shocked! The reviews of this are really surprising, to say the least. The moment I started watching this movie I was drawn in and couldn't get out even after the movie was finished.
And usually, a movie with as simplistic a plot as this wouldn't interest me greatly, but this is an unusual movie in its presentation and in the character portrayal. The film itself is basically a study of a romantic relationship between two less-than-happy individuals, both of whom meet in a world vastly different from their own. We are forced to see the lonesome atmosphere in the characters as they sit alone in their respective hotel rooms and also in the desolate neon Tokyo scenery.
The film is truly an adaptation of Rick and Ilsa in Paris. The film contains moments of humour, darkness and painfully sad ending all of which allude to the main features of Casablanca. The film is even referenced by the Japanese commercial director as he describes in vast detail to Murray's character, how to present the whiskey (which is lost in translation through the interpreter).
It's sad that people today can't see more than what is blatantly and obnoxiously slapped on our screens. It's a film to demands your imagination as much as your intention. It was a similar style practiced by Shakespeare and his original on-stage productions. Obviously not aimed at the less analytically inclined amongst us, some of the below reviewers may have been looking for a James Bond film perhaps?
And usually, a movie with as simplistic a plot as this wouldn't interest me greatly, but this is an unusual movie in its presentation and in the character portrayal. The film itself is basically a study of a romantic relationship between two less-than-happy individuals, both of whom meet in a world vastly different from their own. We are forced to see the lonesome atmosphere in the characters as they sit alone in their respective hotel rooms and also in the desolate neon Tokyo scenery.
The film is truly an adaptation of Rick and Ilsa in Paris. The film contains moments of humour, darkness and painfully sad ending all of which allude to the main features of Casablanca. The film is even referenced by the Japanese commercial director as he describes in vast detail to Murray's character, how to present the whiskey (which is lost in translation through the interpreter).
It's sad that people today can't see more than what is blatantly and obnoxiously slapped on our screens. It's a film to demands your imagination as much as your intention. It was a similar style practiced by Shakespeare and his original on-stage productions. Obviously not aimed at the less analytically inclined amongst us, some of the below reviewers may have been looking for a James Bond film perhaps?
12 of 14 people found the following review helpful
By amantedofado
Format:DVD
Lost in Translation does something few other American films do (Stillwell's Metropolitan is the other one), and that is to give us a drama that consists of silences and dialogue, with no action. Only the French (e.g. Rohmer) do this well and consistently. It makes for intelligent scripting, nuanced acting, and rivetting viewing. For older men (like myself) it sets out calmly and without too much emotion the dilemma of meeting someone who is right thirty or forty years too late. By setting this late love in such an exotic and alienating place (the hotel and Tokyo beyond it), there is no need to exaggerate the emotions of the two main characters. Those reviewers who have given the film one star may be lacking a maturity of understanding that a film like this calls for. If you like understated French cinema, you'll revel in this. If only Hollywood allowed more films of this genre to be made, its reputation would receive a huge boost.
17 of 20 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Lost in translation is widely recognised as a love/hate film. Everyone has an opinion, whether it be bad or good. Maybe it is because i am a big fan of sofia coppola's directing... maybe it's because i have been to japan and china myself, therefore identifying with the two protagonists... whatever it is, i think this is a masterpiece. The utter beauty of it stills leaves me breatheless whenever i watch it.
The story follows two people, a man and a woman (played by scarlet johanssen and bill murray) who are thrust into the confusing world of the orient. They identify with eachother as they are in similar situations in that they dont like their lives... yet both can find solace with the other. The film is basically a love story between the two characters and their experience of a different continent, which could've been incredibly boring without the subtle humour of the incredibly well-written script, the stunning cinematography and the superb performances of the actors (both main and supporting). If you appreciate these three things, it will deliver.
Whether you love it (like me), or you hate it, one thing is for sure... You will argue until you are blue in the face to prove your opinion of this film.
The story follows two people, a man and a woman (played by scarlet johanssen and bill murray) who are thrust into the confusing world of the orient. They identify with eachother as they are in similar situations in that they dont like their lives... yet both can find solace with the other. The film is basically a love story between the two characters and their experience of a different continent, which could've been incredibly boring without the subtle humour of the incredibly well-written script, the stunning cinematography and the superb performances of the actors (both main and supporting). If you appreciate these three things, it will deliver.
Whether you love it (like me), or you hate it, one thing is for sure... You will argue until you are blue in the face to prove your opinion of this film.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Japan experience
Why did I not see this film before?! It is so, so funny and so perfectly a Japan experience. Arigato
Published 1 month ago by in_the_picture
5.0 out of 5 stars
A masterpiece
Every scene is superb, the screenplay is precise, great comedy moments, a very thoughtful film, and terrific shots of Tokyo. All this and the gorgeous Scarlet Johannson. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Steve Berry
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love it
Well the DVD arrived in good time and good condition and it is a brilliant film! My dad said that normally Bill Murray annoys him but he thought this film was excellent and has... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Samantha Biggs
1.0 out of 5 stars
lmao dont buy lost in translation on blu ray
people seeing lost in translation on blu ray is a total joke, sofia coppola wanted this film to have a grainy effect created by a kodak film that this movie was recorded in. Read more
Published 2 months ago by chaos;head
5.0 out of 5 stars
Have a nice fright.
My original copy was Lost in Relocation.
I ordered this to replace it and it works perfectly. Thank you very much.
I ordered this to replace it and it works perfectly. Thank you very much.
Published 3 months ago by Charlotte S
3.0 out of 5 stars
Well directed film
It was a little slow at times. But very ironically funny. Bill Murray was very sweet in this film :)
Published 3 months ago by hailey
4.0 out of 5 stars
Enjoyable
Being a Bill Murray fan, I should have watched this ages ago. Really enjoyed it and nice to see Bill doing a serious film instead of a comedy (although some of it was funny). Read more
Published 3 months ago by Laurence Hart
5.0 out of 5 stars
Worth a peek
This is a fantastic movie...the opening scene is a shot of Scarlett Johannsen's bottom lying on a bed. I don't recall what happens after that.
5/5
5/5
Published 4 months ago by MikeyP
2.0 out of 5 stars
Disappointing for me.
I probably didn't do my homework but I expected this film to be a great reflection of the cultural differences between Japan and UK. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Mountain Goat
5.0 out of 5 stars
A thoughtful film with powerful perfomances
The film is about two Americans who travel to Tokyo. They are Bob and Charlotte, played by Bill Murray and Scarlett Johannson. Read more
Published 4 months ago by M_M_M
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