University of Miami to screen Enoshima Prism and Wonderful World End
The University of Miami will present free screenings of 2 Japanese films on September 16th and 23rd, 2016. September 16 – The time-travel frienContinue reading…
Category: TV/Film
Our expert guide to the cinematic landscapes of Japan. From the latest streaming premieres to in-depth coverage of international film festivals and director-focused retrospectives, we explore the stories, craftsmanship, and cultural reach of Japanese film and TV.
Death Note – Light up the NEW world (trailer)
The trailer for Death Note Light up the NEW world, the sequel to the immensely popular manga, anime, and film series, features the return of ErikaContinue reading…
Naoki Hanzawa – Episode 1 (Review)
Naoki Hanzawa Episode 1 Review by David Cirone Hanzawa Naoki’s opening shot, a slowly-zooming close-up of the title character’s confession ofContinue reading…
FUNimation reveals trailer for Rurouni Kenshin Trilogy
FUNimation has revealed the trailer for the U.S. release of the popular Rurouni Kenshin film trilogy starring Takeru Sato, Emi Takei, Munetaka AokContinue reading…
Sadako vs. Kayako (Trailer)
Kadokawa Films has revealed the trailer for the upcoming ghost-on-ghost-battle, Sadako vs. Kayako. Japanese horror buffs are bound to lose theiContinue reading…
Hibana (Spark) (trailer)
Preview trailer for the upcoming Netflix / Yoshimoto Kogyo series Hibana (Spark), based on the Akutagawa Prize-winning novel by comedian Naoki MatContinue reading…
Princess Jellyfish (Film Review)
Princess Jellyfish (Kuragehime) Review by Jen Wang Very rarely do female geeks get the same treatment as their male counterparts. They may be Continue reading…
Atelier (Series Review)
Atelier Series Review by David Cirone Netflix Japan’s premiere original series Atelier (titled “Underwear” for its Japanese release) is an infContinue reading…
Corpse Party starring Rina Ikoma hits Blu-Ray and DVD
Corpse Party, the film adaptation of the popular manga and video game, brings the frights and thrills home on Blu-Ray and DVD. The release hits juContinue reading…
Flying Colors (Film Review)
Flying Colors (Biri Gyaru) Review by David Cirone The magic of Flying Colors is also its weakness. You know what you’re getting from the very Continue reading…