# Last Life in the Universe (2003)

> An alienated Japanese perfectionist and a chaotic Thai woman discover fragile intimacy amid grief, danger, and incompatible ways of living.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/6570

## Facts

- Runtime: 112 min
- Genres: Drama, Action, Thriller
- Director: Pen-Ek Ratanaruang
- Cast: Tadanobu Asano, Daran Boonyasak, Chermarn Boonyasak, Yutaka Matsushige, Riki Takeuchi, Takashi Miike, Yoji Tanaka, Sakichi Sato
- TMDB rating: 7.1/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0345549/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: moderate
- Mood: melancholic, witty, eerie, late night arthouse viewing, quiet evening

## Synopsis

A poignant exploration of connection and despair in the vibrant chaos of Bangkok.

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