Don't expect any of Jet Li's marvelous martial antics in this one, but if you like to see how your favorite type cast actors handle real life, down to earth drama roles, Ocean Heaven will meet that need while sufficiently tugging at your heart strings. There is a nice, if slow moving story here, the reason I only gave it 7 stars, of a single, impoverished widower and his autistic son and how they coped with everyday life. But I loved it for its a tear inducing plot and transitions that will grab you and bring forth tears and smiles of compassion. For that, it is a great movie to enjoy with your girlfriend or wife. In my reviews I don't like to reveal much of the plot or direction of the movies I view, but I do recommend this well-written and directed portrayal to any parent, especially those dedicated to raising a child with special needs. There was an interesting thought spoken by Li when he described his son as being born in the wrong body, saying, he should have been a fish not a human. Having said that, I did find myself waiting for Li to break out some romantic moves on his sweet, caring landlord, but alas, maybe in another romantic drama.
Review of Ocean Heaven
