“Add the Kenshin-tension to the mix and you have a narrative that will keep you on the edge of your seat.”
Bad Poetry Tokyo (2018) Review
“A splendid debut full-length feature […] poignantly underlining the destructive effects of abuse on subjectivity as such.”
Yamato (California) 2016 review
“A moving and motivational piece that beautifully reveals (…) the importance of assuming a place to speak and thus a place within society. (…) Without a doubt, (…) the best Japanese movie of 2016.”
The Tale Of Princess Kaguya (2013) review
“Just like Kaguya-Hime is a gift from heaven, this movie is a gift from Takahata and Studio Ghibli. All what is left for us to do, is to accept and take this gift, cradled in own palms, to our friends and family and share this phenomenal masterpiece.”
[Short movie time] Arcadia (2018)
“While not all is perfect, it is still a very moving account, full of subtlety, of an encounter between two human beings. In other words, a short movie worth seeing.”
[Short movie time] Crying Bitch (2017)
“Reiki Tsuno proves his talent by composing an extremely enjoyable narrative blend of horror, crazy dark humour, and human psychology that truly is able to captivates audiences. “
Recommended top 10: Koji Segawa [JP/ENG]
“I will give [a list of] movies that influenced my work and those movies that impressed me – those unforgettable movies – when I was young.”
The Albino’s Trees (2016) Review
“With nature as as a lingering presence of beauty throughout the narrative, Kaneko’s subtle narrative twist turns the narrative into a subtle deeper meditation for more Omoiyari no aru.”
Born under Crossed Stars (1965) Review
“A narrative with a moral message, that, depending on the situation you find yourself in, might still have a profound impact. If it doesn’t, the narrative still remains a noteworthy introduction to the legend of Seijun Suzuki. “
Modern Love (2017) review
“A great narrative (…) that proves Takuya Fukushima’s talent to craft refreshing narratives and to compose beautiful imagery.”
Meeting with directors: Eiji Uchida.
“When shooting in Tokyo, Uchida and his crew once bet on how long it would take for the yakuza to show up: one minute after they started shooting.” Introduction Yesterday, we had the chance to meet Eiji Uchida, the director of Greatful Dead (2013), Lowlife Love (2015), and Love and Other Cults (2017) at the Belgian…
Tokyo Vampire Hotel (2017) review
“Sion Sono’s poetry questions enjoyment and its function within contemporary Japanese society with ultra-violent precision. This is, in other words, Sion Sono at its finest.”
