Articles related to "Japanese Film"

A.k.a Batoru Rowaiaru, Fukasaku's controversial depiction of a paranoid totalitarian state pits youth against youth in this darkly entertaining classic.

Based on the story, "In a Grove" by Ryonosuke Akutagawa, Rashomon (1950) introduced Japanese film to Western audiences. After half a century its power is undiminished.

Akira Kurosawa's films may be the most widely-known works of Japanese cinema in the West, but the films of Yasujiro Ozu speak in a more authentically Japanese voice.

A Japanese highschool girl takes revenge on powerful men and aims to be "Jotei"-the empress of Ginza's hostesses." (9/10)

Starring Audition's Eihi Shiina, Tokyo Gore Police a.k.a Tokyo Zankoku Keisatsu, is a b-movie bloodfest and one of the most downright bizarre spectacles you will ever see

This Japanese movie is a sensitive exploration of ritual and transformation that succeeds in being humourous, deeply moviing, and life affirming in the face of loss.

Hayao Miyazaki's creations are magical and suitable for viewers of all ages. With director's credits on over 20 films, he is a prominent figure in Japanese animation.

Modern cinema wouldn't exist without him. But as much of an influence as Kurosawa has, the director himself was a disciple of American film, especially westerns.

Fires on the Plain follows the harrowing adventures of one soldier's desperate attempt to reach a military field hospital, or die trying. A war movie ahead of its time.

Akira Kurosawa's Dursu Uzala is a fusion of environmental and humanist cinemas. It is another masterpiece from the man who gave us Seven Samurai, Red Beard and Ikiru.

Hiroshi Teshigahara's Face of Another is a fantastic surreal science fiction film straight out of the '60s Japanese arthouse.

Woman in the Dunes possesses its viewers. Its fantastic landscape is fresh and abyssal; its characters are earnest and real; and its quandaries urgent and bizarre.

Based on the manga, this 2005 film needs no prior knowledge of the story. Two girls with very different stories become close friends and roommates.

What do you get when you mix horror film zombies with claymation, a shaky romance, musical numbers, and one hard-lucked family? The Happiness of the Katakuris.

The inspiration for John Sturges' Magnificent Seven, classic Japanese film Seven Samurai (Shichi-nin no samurai) still regularly tops best ever foreign film lists.

Made by the award-winning Japanese director, Banmei Takahashi. Dogen is played by an established Kabuki actor, Kantaro Nakamura, who successfully portrays the translucen

An introduction to Akira Kurosawa, the artist and film-maker who redefined cinema. The Ran director's life, movies (inc. filmography) and news of an important exhibition.

Sunao Katabuchi's Mai Mai Miracle, produced by Madhouse Studios, is an exquisite gem of a film. 10/10.

Stop the presses: Studio Ghibli has announced the name of Hayao Miyazaki's next flick. And guess who the model for the lead character is?

The Spaghetti Western trilogy begins with a ruthless and intricate film in Dollars. A fantastic debut for any director and star, and a film that exceeds expectations.

Watching scary movies on Halloween is something many look forward to every year. There are so many to choose from! Here are some ways to narrow down the choices.

Joe Hisaishi has woven another masterful musical tapestry for a live-action period drama.

For those who can't handle high gore films such as Saw, Hostel, and Texas Chainsaw Massacre, these movies have plenty of thrills while keeping the gore at a minimum.

Brad Bird's animated flick Ratatouille has now pulled into profitability, making a 4 week total of $165 million at the box office.

Best of British films, Mexican films, German, Spanish, French & Japanese films - inc. Oscar winner Departures and all the AMPAS nominated foreign language films for 2009

From Reservoir Dogs to Death Proof, Quentin Tarantino has firmly placed his stamp on popular culture. This is a look at his influence on cinema.

Besides Bangkok's Apex and RCA movie theaters, non-profit organizations often screen small, alternative, classic and foreign-language films, videos and documentaries.

Aside from musicals or biopics, there are a plethora of lesser-known films that feature incredible music within the film, making the story resonate more strongly.

The characters in The Magnificent Seven reveal the needs in the hearts of men. Themes from John Eldredge's book Wild at Heart capture the essence of the film.

Warning: this article focuses on a film which the more sensitive viewer need not see or even know exists. Take note of the title, avoid it, and do not read on.