Presents a synopsis of the award-winning Japanese film and compares the film's moral to that of director Masayuki Suo's previous feature.

Roger Ebert gives this film a glowing review and assigns it three and a half stars. Also places it in the context of Japanese society.

Evaluating the film from a Christian perspective, Brian Nigro gives it three and a half stars and calls it a quality film.

Another glowing review of Masayuki Suo's film notes the film's simultaneous cultural relevance and universality.

Supplies a very positive review of the Japanese Academy Award-winning film. Calls it sweet and charming.

Film critic Ruthe Stein gives the film a glowing review. Commends the dancing as well as the themes explored by way of dance.

Thoughtful review of the romantic comedy discusses Yakusho's fine performance and the delicate exploration of cultural norms.

Briefly explains this Japanese film as a story about dancing and liberation. Includes a photo.