Memoirs Of Geisha, which woman loves... Options

Most of my girl friends love this movie and I'm not really sure why. They've watched the movie and then go ahead to read the novel.

To me, the movie was OK, but find it odd since what supposed to be a japanese character is played by an obviously chinese actresses. Zang Zi Yi (Mainland China) and Michele Yeoh (Malaysia) both are great dedicated actresses, but I've been closely associated them with Hong Kong movies.

For a Jap movie, I'd much prefer "Last Samurai" or "Zatoichi" with all the zests, actions and bravados... hehe typical guy movie aye!

For you psych major, why do you think woman loves this movie?
How do they personally relate to the story? something related to the cinderella syndrome?
Most importantly, what do you think we can learn about woman from here?

...Most of my girl friends love this movie and I'm not really sure why...

For you psych major, why do you think woman loves this movie?
How do they personally relate to the story? something related to the cinderella syndrome?
Most importantly, what do you think we can learn about woman from here?

As has been mentioned before, the general story here is one that portrays an (eventual) life desired by many people. I think it is because the main character goes from nothing to what she has always desired, through nothing but her own work and self determination. That, on its own, is admirable.

The cinderella syndrome is a very good way to put it.

What we can learn from women: I think it is that they should never be underestimated. Some women will just not be put down; they will strive forward to achieve what they want regardless of what anyone else says about their potential capability.

They are truly amazing creatures (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)