Tag: Japan

'Plastic' explores how music shapes identity, connects people, and ultimately serves as a refuge for the dreams and passions of youth.

Exoticism and fetishization of Asian culture is thankfully absent from 'A Missing Person,' in large part due to Guillaume Senez's smart direction.

With shades of 'Almost Famous' and 'This Is Spinal Tap,' the main inspiration comes from Aki Kaurismäki’s absurdist humour and deadpan style.

An immaculately crafted work by one of the great, most distinct directors working today.

An affectionate tribute to the Montana cattle ranch setting and the warm bonds made within it.

'Super Happy Forever' rewards patience as it unravels into a fulfilling, heartwarming film.

The miracle that Kurosawa achieves with 'Seven Samurai' is placing classical heroes in a grounded and realistic, yet fictional universe.

In comparing Haruki Muakami's short story and Ryusuke Hamaguchi's film, 'Drive My Car' creates two narratives for Misaki.

There’s no denying director Daishi Matsunaga’s keen eye for creating characters that come alive on the screen.

'Tokyo Godfathers' seems built upon a series of happy accidents until audiences are cajoled into accepting the most outlandish examples of impossibility.