this be a perfectly balance film . the timing be all right a it move between tension and humor and sentiment and meaning and uncertainty and resolution . the movie never waste it time to pull out tear or laugh from the audience . all the enjoyment flow out naturally and uncontrived . nor be the director artistry on parade . rather the film beauty be subtle and supportive . the cross cultural clash be much more bilateral and accurate than in the more acclaimed lose in translation . though the come out theme be old and this handling of it be fresh while and the script be well write . the cast work very well together . i wish i could see more of them . i would especially like to see some other of hiromoto ida work . i also very much appreciate anna ferguson and alec willow in this .