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Reviews
Ocha Cups for Christmas (2002)
Fantastic short film
This movie was very powerful. It was a great story and fantastically filmed on location in Japan. This story of an American high school student who studies abroad in Japan is one that anyone who has traveled or studied abroad can relate to. The main character struggles as she tries to fit-in to Japanese society. The director captures her feelings of isolation well. The acting by the lead was very good. This was a very impressive student film. I am looking forward to seeing this director's first feature.
The Safety of Objects (2001)
Great movie
This is a great film. The way the film ties together all of these different characters was fantastic. The acting was superb, especially Dermot Mulroney, who recently appeared in "Lovely in Amazing". He is adorable and funny as he struggles with a pre-mid life crisis. His son who was superbly cast was also fantastic. The casting over all in this movie was wonderful. The families are believable not only in their physical appearance but in their language and mannerisms. This movie was very funny in parts, but at the same time moving. The title seemed odd at first, but after watching the film, the meaning of "The Safety of Objects" becomes clear and it is apparent that this film is deeper than it seems. There are many levels to the film and it will keep you thinking long after it is over. But, don't worry it is not a complex intellectual film but rather an entertaining, enjoyable film that may make you cry, but it will also make you laugh.