おくりびと (Okuribito)

It's a film about the dignified job of an embalmer. It never came across to me that an embalmer can play a role in helping to ease the grief of the loved ones. Masahiro Motoki did a very good job portraying the embalmer - his gentle grace and focused mind and utmost respect for the departed when performing the elaborate ritual was really moving.

This film's also a combination of seriousness, humour, emotions, great acting and great music... a very good movie from beginning to the end. 素晴らしい 。。。