Rent Last Life in the Universe (2003)
3.8 of 5 from 88 ratings
1h 44min
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- Synopsis:
- Hiding from an unknown past, suicidal Japanese loner Kenji (Tadanobu Asano) seems destined for a premature rendezvous with oblivion when he meets Noi, a beautiful Thai party girl. Despite speaking different languages and barely able to communicate, Noi begins to seduce Kenji back into the chaos of life.
- Actors:
- Tadanobu Asano, Sinitta Boonyasak, Takashi Miike, Laila Boonyasak, Yutaka Matsushige, Riki Takeuchi, Yôji Tanaka, Sakichi Satô, Thiti Rhumorn, Junko Nakazawa, Akiko Anraku, Nortioshi Urano, Phimchanok Nala Dube, Ampon Rattanawong, Jakrarin Sanitti, Songsith Visunee, Prayoon Tiancharoenwong, Jakrapan Ruttajak, Tittiwat Kuldilok, Sungwon Jermpan
- Directors:
- Pen-Ek Ratanaruang
- Writers:
- Pen-Ek Ratanaruang, Prabda Yoon
- Aka:
- Ruang rak noi nid mahasan
- Studio:
- Artificial Eye Film Company Ltd.
- Genres:
- Drama
- Countries:
- Japan
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Reviews (3) of Last Life in the Universe
Forgettable - Last Life in the Universe review by BW
There are some beautiful interiors and imagery here but little else to recommend about this film. it's another 'thin on plot' drama I've picked. The film is very slow-paced and seems quite arthouse at times, reminiscent of Hal Hartley in its dry and deadpan approach. Some screwball comedy involving unrealistic villains with guns is drafted in to the picture to help stop viewers falling asleep. It feels like a movie made by young film-makers and is pretty unfocused, especially in plot. A big failing, I think, is that the main characters are just too distant and aloof. I didn't enjoy this movie.
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Thai / Japanese clash - Last Life in the Universe review by JD
The characters in this film could not be more dissimilar and it is this fusion which is interesting. The direction is a bit flicky, you're never really sure what time frame you're in and whether something really happened or not. It did not really achieve the promise of Geek pie's review for me but has a peaceful exuberance worth watching.
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An offbeat romance. - Last Life in the Universe review by CP Customer
The plot of 'Last Life In The Universe' revolves around the relationship between two diverse people. Kenji is an obsessive compulsive suicidal Japanese librarian, who through a shared experience meets Noi, a extrovert drug taking Thai waster. In reality 'Last Life In The Universe' is a film with very little in terms of a plotline, and instead relies on the strength of the story's characters. It's beautifully directed, acted, and is one of the most memorable films you'll ever see.
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