Sayonara Kabukicho
An ensemble drama featuring ex-AKB48 Atsuko Maeda
Movies
What We Do in the Shadows
A laugh-out-loud funny mockumentary
Annie
Never rises above adequate family entertainment
Still Life
Pasolini’s lovingly handmade character study
Big Eyes
A restrained but thought-provoking look at art
Lily Allen hits Tokyo
The candid pop star talks music, family and Japan
The November Man
Poorly defined characters and a complete lack of originality
National Gallery
A unique and privileged look at London’s venerable art museum
The Judge
An obvious, overlong and predictable movie
Jimmy’s Hall
Intelligently told warm, humorous story
Appleseed Alpha
Well done eye candy for fans of Appleseed
12-12-12
Unparalleled star-spotter that’s lots of fun