Lets see, i heard about this movie before it was released in japan. I didnt know what to expect. But it turn out alright. However its hard pressed to be considered any better than most other action films.
The plot is simple, ID4 on a small scale with someone from the future around to help. Mixed in is a conflict between the male lead and the triad boss, and a bit of a love story between the 2 main characters (though she is a bit young (about 15 or 16) so it might be considered more a father daughter relationship.)
To me some of the action sequences didnt flow as well as you might find in other movies such as the Matrix. But they did to some cool stunts using a time shifting device. Of course a must in action movies, cool explosions.
Overall, i liked the movie, but i dont consider it a great movie. i dont know what its chances are to be released in the states, probably none. If you want to see the movie, and dont have the $40-50 for a japanese DVD, you can get the region 3 disc for $10-15 from sensasian.com
The plot is simple, ID4 on a small scale with someone from the future around to help. Mixed in is a conflict between the male lead and the triad boss, and a bit of a love story between the 2 main characters (though she is a bit young (about 15 or 16) so it might be considered more a father daughter relationship.)
To me some of the action sequences didnt flow as well as you might find in other movies such as the Matrix. But they did to some cool stunts using a time shifting device. Of course a must in action movies, cool explosions.
Overall, i liked the movie, but i dont consider it a great movie. i dont know what its chances are to be released in the states, probably none. If you want to see the movie, and dont have the $40-50 for a japanese DVD, you can get the region 3 disc for $10-15 from sensasian.com