If there was ever a film to learn some lessons from on a gloomy existential Friday, Lost in Translation would be the one. Arguably Scarlett Johansson (as Charlotte) and Bill Murray’s (as Bob Harris) most poignant performances to date, the film is itself a delicate ode to the human struggles of waning communication and seeking connection. For her second feature, Sofia Coppola brought the world an elegant portrayal of coming of age, loneliness, love with a heavy dollop of existentialism. Set against the mesmerising backdrop of an early noughties Tokyo, the movie seeks to explore every notion of being lost in translation, from the cultural nuances to the unheard whispers to the unsaid thoughts. So learn some life lessons from a film which says as much in the intimate glances as it does in overwhelming presence.

first off remember to have (liquid) courage

As Bob promises Charlotte, if you’ve had enough to drink you’ve got all the courage you need. But whether on the top floor of the Park Hyatt hotel or running through the neon streets, find courage in the little things, whether it’s an alter-ego worthy pink wig or an inside out t-shirt.

Do everything you do with intensity

Whether it’s starting a jazz band or getting ready for Suntory time, you have to put into it all you can. A lesson Bob learns the hard way, intensity isn’t something you can fake, so you may as well throw yourself in the deep end.

even though it doesn’t get any easier…

Coming of age is a tumultuous time, especially when you’re already married to a bit of a self-obsessed flake, and as Bob wisely explains, it doesn’t really get any easier. Life is a big old mess, but like Charlotte, you’ll find your way.

…The more you know who you are, and what you want, the less you let things upset you

And if not, your existential dread will slowly turn into an identity, and being alone won’t be quite so lonely.

if in doubt look up to the bright lights

That helps you think of how small you really are, how insignificant it all really is, but it sure is nice to look at.

and finally remember…

…what he said.