Bushi no kondate

I might be very biased towards this, but I feel that contrary to what another review says about this movie, it's subtlety and restraint is really what makes it as good as it is. It might be dull for action-thirsty viewers as it shows more of the calm daily life of the characters, while hinting at political conflicts and whatnot, but strictly as part of that daily life. The lack of serious elements in the political side of the story is why something like giving up the sword for a kitchen knife was mentioned at the beginning. You would know for sure that this wasn't going to be that type of movie. I personally adore the hype and action and engaging events that really get you absorbed, but once in a while, this type of slow and steady flow of ordinary everyday life events is just the right thing to sit through. It was wholesome and realistic to a degree. It was healing, but in the end it really depends on one's own preferences.