Lost in Translation (2003)

This film was a complete surprise for me. I didn't expect what I ended up getting with this one. The way it was advertised implied something less. This is probably one of Bill Murray's best!

The film is about a middle aged actor, played by Bill Murray, who is in Japan to be the spokesman for a product and later do a talk show. This is also a chance for him to take a break from a family life he is unhappy with. In the same hotel is a young woman, played by Scarlett Johansson, who is left alone while her young husband is working all day. These two lonely people run into each other at the hotel and form a friendship. It ends up being stronger than they anticipated, but it is just what they needed. 

The relationship that develops between these two characters is actually tender, sweet, and endearing. These are probably things they are not getting from their marriages, so they seek this with each other. Bill Murray was especially unique, honest, and relatable. There is a certain vulnerability these two share, and when they are together they complete each other.

I can't say enough good things about this film. It's funny at times, but also sweet and heart warming. You just have to see it!