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Yo, Amy. Yes, I know about Katakuris--have seen it and am quite fond. It's a film from the golden age of Takashi Miike--around the time of DOA (the first one) and Ichi the Killer. Its a rip-off of a Korean film, of course--Quiet Family--though the original isn't quite as goofy.

But its damn good to hear from you, Meng. All is well here, though hectic. Happiness in busyness, you could say.

Yours,
Weems

Dear Weems:

I know this comment is not related to books or reading, but it is related to ridiculous Japanese movies, so I figured it was roughly equivalent.

I just heard of this movie, which you have probably seen-- "The Happiness of the Katakuris". It's by Takashi Miike (obviously, "Audition" and "Ichi the Killer"). The cover image I saw for it has a happy Japanese family on the center, and demented claymation figures eating people on the sides. Everytime I see something like this (e.g. "Jesus Christ Vampire Slayer", "Zombie Strippers", etc.) I feel compelled to mark the movie for potential viewing, and to tell you about it. Now I can rest easy knowing that I've mentioned all three (real) films to you. Hope you're doing well-- I haven't been in contact for a while, and this is more convenient than e-mail.

Best,
Amy