Sometimes you have to go halfway around the world to come full circle

After her first full length movie ‘the virgin suicides’ director Sofia Coppola came with another treat with ‘lost in translation’, although not for all movie fans. I have read a lot of reviews where the people found the movie boring and that there was nothing happening in it. I strongly disagree as there was never a moment that I felt bored during this movie. It tells a story about two people, a movie star, fast past his prime, with a big sense of emptiness and a neglected newlywed that meet as strangers in Japan. Bill Murray ( ghostbusters groundhog day ) more known for his comedy roles plays the has been actor with such a feeling and depth, that will amazing his fans. Scarlett Johansson ( Match Point, Iron man 2 )  is perfect as a radiant and mature at only 18 with the need to not be neglected. This unlikely match is the backbone of the movie and shows the bold choices that Coppola makes when she only brings them together after 1 third of the movie. A great slice of life, terrific acting and wonderful views of Tokyo.