Departures

This was one of my favorite films of the year. Yes it is a foreign film and you have to read subtitles throughout, but it is worth it. I hope it receives an academy award. It has all the elements: love, humor, drama, meaningful storyline, music. I forgot I was at the movies. I felt like I was a fly on the wall in someones life. Very realistic. It honored death in a way I had not seen before. I cried more times than I can count. It was very touching and memorable. I hope I will be able to get it on DVD next year. I rate this one 9 out of 10