This was an interesting story, whether true ore not. (Probably more not than true.) But the movie was ruined by overwrought and overly dramatic acting by almost all concerned. The older Admirals were the best among the actors, but the young lead (Masaki Suda) was a real mess.
On the other hand, the special effects were truly excellent although the sinking of the Yamato at the beginning of the film was devoid of context. It would have been better had it been at the end of the movie.
While I was glad there was English dubbing, the dubbing must have lost something and the voices didn't seem to fit all of the actors.
Overall I hesitate to give it a 2 stars, but that's all it's worth.
On the other hand, the special effects were truly excellent although the sinking of the Yamato at the beginning of the film was devoid of context. It would have been better had it been at the end of the movie.
While I was glad there was English dubbing, the dubbing must have lost something and the voices didn't seem to fit all of the actors.
Overall I hesitate to give it a 2 stars, but that's all it's worth.