One of the films I had the privilege of attending at the Tokyo Film Festival 2024.
It was such a memorable experience to meet the talented senior actress Haruka Ayase in person—oh my goodness, she is absolutely stunning!
I also had the pleasure of meeting the rising Japanese star Kana Osawa. I’ve been a big fan of her performance in Kochira Amiko, which I had watched earlier, so it was a real joy to meet her in person. I also had the honor of meeting the director, Yûsuke Morii, who also directed Kochira Amiko.
To be honest, I won’t comment too much on the film itself because it is one of the most surreal films I’ve ever watched. I feel that if you read the book it’s based on, you might understand it better. As a foreigner, I did find some parts a bit difficult to grasp. However, I thoroughly enjoyed the visual experience this film offered. I could clearly see the distinct style of director Yûsuke Morii, whose work I had previously enjoyed in Kochira Amiko.
The performances by both Haruka Ayase, a seasoned actress, and Kana Osawa, a rising star, created a fascinating dynamic that was a real highlight of the film. Their on-screen chemistry was one of the most captivating aspects of this surreal, visually striking piece.
Watching this film on the last screening day of the Tokyo International Film Festival 2024, as the audience choice winner.
This film moved the majority of the audience to tears in the theater. I must say, it is incredibly inspiring, and I hope it reaches many people who face challenges in life, encouraging them to stay hopeful and keep fighting, even when life feels overwhelming.
Applause to the lead actor, Jackson Yee, for his extraordinary performance! His portrayal was nothing short of remarkable, and he truly brought the character to life!
Lust in the Rain 2024 ★★★★★ Watched 30 Oct 2024 at TIFF 2024
I was very fortunate to attend the world premiere of this film in Tokyo at the Tokyo International Film Festival 2024, held in the luxurious Toho Cinema. After the screening, I had the opportunity to meet actors Ryo Narita, Eriko Nakamura, and Li Xing. I’ve been following Ryo Narita’s films and series for a long time, and my wife, a huge fan, was thrilled to see him in person.
I previously watched Shizo Katayama's film "Missing" at the same festival in 2022, and thanks to Tokyo International Film Festival, I was able to meet the director during a Q&A session that time.
I won’t go into detail about this film since it hasn’t officially been released yet, and also I definitely plan to rewatch it.
The film opens with a somewhat absurd and surreal narrative, which might be a bit confusing at first, but it eventually leads us to the core story.
Despite its darker themes, I found it to be quite entertaining, especially due to Ryo Narita’s natural performance. There are also comedic moments sprinkled throughout that will surely make you laugh.
Ryo Narita mentioned during the Q&A that we need to watch the film multiple times to fully understand and appreciate the deeper story it conveys.
Overall, I really enjoyed watching this film and can’t wait to rewatch it again.
It was such a memorable experience to meet the talented senior actress Haruka Ayase in person—oh my goodness, she is absolutely stunning!
I also had the pleasure of meeting the rising Japanese star Kana Osawa. I’ve been a big fan of her performance in Kochira Amiko, which I had watched earlier, so it was a real joy to meet her in person. I also had the honor of meeting the director, Yûsuke Morii, who also directed Kochira Amiko.
To be honest, I won’t comment too much on the film itself because it is one of the most surreal films I’ve ever watched. I feel that if you read the book it’s based on, you might understand it better. As a foreigner, I did find some parts a bit difficult to grasp. However, I thoroughly enjoyed the visual experience this film offered. I could clearly see the distinct style of director Yûsuke Morii, whose work I had previously enjoyed in Kochira Amiko.
The performances by both Haruka Ayase, a seasoned actress, and Kana Osawa, a rising star, created a fascinating dynamic that was a real highlight of the film. Their on-screen chemistry was one of the most captivating aspects of this surreal, visually striking piece.
This film moved the majority of the audience to tears in the theater. I must say, it is incredibly inspiring, and I hope it reaches many people who face challenges in life, encouraging them to stay hopeful and keep fighting, even when life feels overwhelming.
Applause to the lead actor, Jackson Yee, for his extraordinary performance! His portrayal was nothing short of remarkable, and he truly brought the character to life!
★★★★★ Watched 30 Oct 2024 at TIFF 2024
I was very fortunate to attend the world premiere of this film in Tokyo at the Tokyo International Film Festival 2024, held in the luxurious Toho Cinema. After the screening, I had the opportunity to meet actors Ryo Narita, Eriko Nakamura, and Li Xing. I’ve been following Ryo Narita’s films and series for a long time, and my wife, a huge fan, was thrilled to see him in person.
I previously watched Shizo Katayama's film "Missing" at the same festival in 2022, and thanks to Tokyo International Film Festival, I was able to meet the director during a Q&A session that time.
I won’t go into detail about this film since it hasn’t officially been released yet, and also I definitely plan to rewatch it.
The film opens with a somewhat absurd and surreal narrative, which might be a bit confusing at first, but it eventually leads us to the core story.
Despite its darker themes, I found it to be quite entertaining, especially due to Ryo Narita’s natural performance. There are also comedic moments sprinkled throughout that will surely make you laugh.
Ryo Narita mentioned during the Q&A that we need to watch the film multiple times to fully understand and appreciate the deeper story it conveys.
Overall, I really enjoyed watching this film and can’t wait to rewatch it again.