Waterboys

A standard, truly Japanese comedy with a really great ending in a swimming pool. You run into a lot of old friends here, be it Tsumabuki, Tamaki, or Takenaka, and you’re glad; after all, who doesn't like seeing old friends? But it's still standard, it's still kind of run-of-the-mill comedy. A good idea, good music, good performances. Everything is good, but nothing is outstanding. I can recommend it because it doesn't spoil your appetite; so if you're in the mood for something Japanese but not complicated or heavy, you can definitely turn to Waterboys. However, there’s much better work from the director Yaguchi, the three years more recent Swing Girls. (17/02/2011)