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…
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.
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…
Naoki Hanzawa – Trailer (video)
TBS Global has posted an English-subtitled trailer for the popular drama series Naoki Hanzawa. The drama scored a ratings record for its thrillingContinue reading…
Flying Colors – Trailer (video)
English-subtitled trailer for Japanese comedy/drama Flying Colors, starring Kasumi Arimura. From TBS Global: Dyed-blonde student failure SayakContinue reading…
Takeshi Kitano’s Outrage (Film Review)
Outrage Review by David Cirone In Takeshi Kitano’s Outrage, violence comes suddenly and at full force, often preceded by brief, polite conversContinue reading…
Rookies – Episode 11 (Review)
ROOKIES Episode 11 Review by David Cirone SUMMARY The Nikogaku team has reached the semi-finals, and the dugout is filled with a feeling of Continue reading…
Last Cinderella (Series Review)
LAST CINDERELLA Series Review by David Cirone Last Cinderella piles on the cute. As much a fantasy story as its namesake, the series trips oveContinue reading…