I saw this movie without knowing anything about it besides a priest doing magic. So I sort of expected a bit of fantasy like movie set in Japan. But it is more about a priest/monk coming to the Imperial court and trying to help the sick Queen rule against the corrupt ruling officials.
I think the acting was great and I did end up enjoy the movie a lot. I would though not recommend this movie to all. Many will be bored as there is very little action in this movie. Mostly it is about the main characters impact on the world and how the world around him affects him.
So all in all more a Japanese political drama than fantasy. Maybe not a masterpiece but definitely worth a look if you find it :-)
I think the acting was great and I did end up enjoy the movie a lot. I would though not recommend this movie to all. Many will be bored as there is very little action in this movie. Mostly it is about the main characters impact on the world and how the world around him affects him.
So all in all more a Japanese political drama than fantasy. Maybe not a masterpiece but definitely worth a look if you find it :-)