Memories of Matusko (2006)
Memories of Matsuko(2006) 7/10
If Dreamgirls was the best musical of 2006, then Memories of Matsuko comes a close second. A frenetic riot of colours and some beautiful mise en scenes, Matsuko presents a contrasting approach to how the Japanese approach the muscial. Miki Nakatani delivers a remarkable performance as the title lead, and the film delivers equal parts energy and pathos. However, i felt the attempt to blend muscial with greek tragedy a tad jarring, and the sometimes whimsical musical sequences did not always work. But still the visual creativity of the film and verve makes Memories of Matsuko a solid film.
