A sublime experience and one that illustrates several factors very well:

The generation gap in general.

The difference in religious and moral beliefs between an immigrant and his offspring who was born and raised in a multi-religious society.

Despite the fact that they start off on this epic journey not really knowing or understanding much about each other, there is a huge amount of respect particularly from the son towards his father, there are many times where he keeps quiet rather than starting a blazing row, in turn the father who at first appears very rigid in his views shows a great deal of tolerance towards his son.

It also shows that older people don't always know best, the father makes a huge error of judgement but the son stays quiet and good natured about it.

The love between father and son which really shines through at the end.

There are a couple of fantastical elements to the tale, some of which totally eluded any understanding (from myself) and a couple of dream sequences which were far easier to decipher.

Very different in tone to my expectations and one that should go down very well with most audiences. 

Cheers Trev

R2 dvd released by Parasol Peccadillo who are better known for being specialists within the gay/lesbian market.

A good range of extras are included as including interviews etc.