What a lovely, patient film this is. I only hope the title doesn't confuse anyone who fancies a bit of "Baby In The Cart" type swordplay! Although it may well have Samurai in the title this film is not about swords or martial arts at all. It is a great drama which concentrates on the life and times of a man having to deal the best he can with the cards that life have dealt him. It's a sad, touching film where the protagonist has dignity and honour at his core. The director is in no hurry to tell the tale and that's where it scores many points for me. The slowburn style of the movie is perfect and sits wonderfully well with the character we're spending our two hours with. A rushed, pacy narrative wouldn't have worked at all and it's to the directors credit he allows the story room to breathe. A blind purchase on DVD for me and worth every penny. Excellent.
9/10
9/10