| I love Yuji Oda, but this isn't one of his better movies. When this performance is compared to doramas he's been in like "He's Always There", "Is Life Wonderful" and "Justice For All", this movie is a disappointment, but it was still interesting. The movie was lacking in excitablility, and Oda looked slightly aged. The movie's potential to be good was there but Nomura's (Oda) weak personality didn't give the film the much needed pizzazz it lacked. Its characters were basically lifeless.
Oda's character wasn't nearly as arrogant and strong as I've come to like about my favorite Oda portrayals.
"Star Reformer" has a slightly lackluster ending and the sudden appearance was unbelievable. Usually doesn't work well in American movies and soap operas, either. Overall, it was a decent flick and worth the price, but anything over $15 bucks, and the plot won't give you your money's worth. |