Nor sure what movie the critics watched to give this movie such a low rating.
Story 5-stars, very interesting and compelling. Excellent myth/fantasy genre.
Characters 5-stars, three dimensional and well developed. Acting [visual and overdub extremely well done].
Great movie for a westerner to learn of eastern culture, especially one thousands of years old.
Great action, plot well developed, underlying story based on cultural history makes it even better.
The soundtrack is amazing, and could stand on its own as a musical release.
Highly recommend, and if the 3 hour length is too much for the more restless viewer than watch in two parts.
This one deserves a bonus 6th star.