Wow! The Taste of Tea was a surprising gem of a movie. With great cinematography, a fine cast, and an absolutely beautiful setting, The Taste of Tea is about the fullness of being. This is a story about the daily life of a family and their encounters with being. Each character, the grandfather, mother, father, two uncles, son, and daughter, are quirky, unique and interesting. The characters struggle with private issues, develop during the course of the movie, and cultivate their gardens. Moments of magic realism irrupt throughout the movie and do not detract but add to the mood developed by the director/writer/editor, Katsuhito Ishii. The direction is very good. The script, casting, settings, pacing, and special effects all contribute to an overall effect of gentle amusement and satisfaction. The second scene under a blossoming fruit tree is remarkable for its evocative power. Much of the imagery is unforgettable. This is a visually stunning movie. What is the opposite of sunyata or emptiness? Fullness of being. The Unbearable Lightness of Being?
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