The Sun Does Not Move (2021) User Reviews

A Japanese espionage film with missions as impossible as Tom Cruise's in 'Mission: Impossible.

[noshouse · 8/10 · 13 September 2023]

In terms of entertainment value, this is a spy film where you can sit back and enjoy the action and the grand international settings, whether you're at the movie theater or on your couch. Personally, I see this as a breakthrough in Japanese action cinema, especially with the performance of the lead actor, Ryo Yoshizawa, combined with the international locations. It really reminds me of films like the 'Mission: Impossible' series with Tom Cruise and the 'Jackie Chan's First Strike' series. You'll notice that in these movies, the spy agencies and the spies themselves operate at different levels of technology and skills due to their unique perspectives. The recurring theme is that spies are often just pawns in the eyes of high-ranking officials within the agencies, and this sense of helplessness easily resonates with us as viewers.