formerly Mad Cornish Projectionist.
Shiguéhiko Hasumi — mentor to Kiyoshi Kurosawa and Ryusuke Hamaguchi — will present the Japan Society retrospective, which is tied to the long-awaited English release of his signature book, ‘Directed by Yasujiro Ozu.’ Source: Famed Japanese Critic Shiguéhiko Hasumi Curates … Continued
The film, which premiered in Directors’ Fortnight at Cannes, opened in Japanese cinemas on June 6, where it has so far earned nearly $95m (¥14bn), making it the highest live-action feature of the year in the country. Source: ‘Kokuho’ director … Continued
Japan’s largest publishers – Nikkei Inc. and Asahi Shimbun Co. – sued American startup Perplexity AI Inc. for copyright infringement. The companies are seeking an injunction against the use of their content and compensation of 2.2 billion yen (about $15 … Continued
In a world where Donald Trump’s tariff wars are wreaking havoc, Japan has suddenly become a safe haven. Not at the expense of the yen, which is still at a 30-year low, but thanks to companies immune to duties. In … Continued
Richard Gelfond discusses the evolving strategy behind his company’s strong 2025 results — more exposure to local language filmmaking, anime and alternative content. Source: Imax CEO Rich Gelfond Talks Historic Success of ‘Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle’ in Japan, Becoming a … Continued
As Japan Cuts returns for its 18th edition, director of film Peter Tatara speaks to Monocle about Kiyoshi Kurosawa’s enduring legacy and why ‘shochu’ is the toast of Manhattan this summer. Source: The film festival toasting Japan’s cinematic renaissance in … Continued