"Hatsukoi" or "First Love", it a visual wonder summing up1990s Japanese cinema! Critics have been up and down about the film. It has stellar performances by Japanese actors with well-done, choreography with stunt work. The production value has always been consistent, visually strong by Miike's direction.
Strong performances by Yakuza characters, the main characters,the lovers shine! The boxer, "Fight" and the call girl, "Yuri". Miike, focuses in-between the violence and humor, the innocence of their instant physical and emotional attraction.
Other reviews seemed to be disappointed that the gore is not the main element in this film. Milkshake evolved to depth of characterization and maybe even "love". Go see Miike, as alternative to Tarantino's recent film, this film makes you gasp,wonder and its slick comedic relief and sarcasm.
Strong performances by Yakuza characters, the main characters,the lovers shine! The boxer, "Fight" and the call girl, "Yuri". Miike, focuses in-between the violence and humor, the innocence of their instant physical and emotional attraction.
Other reviews seemed to be disappointed that the gore is not the main element in this film. Milkshake evolved to depth of characterization and maybe even "love". Go see Miike, as alternative to Tarantino's recent film, this film makes you gasp,wonder and its slick comedic relief and sarcasm.