The film was listed by the Film Comment magazine as their "18 Films to Look Out For" in 2008 and Japanese film critic Shigehiko Hasumi said, "The ending is astonishing and all three actors are excellent, in particular Eiko Koike, who plays the young woman."
Film Comment magazine highlighted the film among their top 18 films for 2008, with Japanese critic Shigehiko Hasumi praising the movie's conclusion and the acting of all three actors, especially Eiko Koike's portrayal of the young woman.