The Japanese Film
Festival is also an opportunity to find out more about Japanese
language and culture, through the medium of film.
With
this in mind, we have organised two daytime screenings of
the newly released Hinokio (PG) and acclaimed Hidden Blade
(MA 15+) in Sydney, to cater for student group visits.
Friday
2 December 10:30 am
Hinokio ヒノキオ
After
an accident, Satoru stopped going to school, spending
his days confined to his room. His sole link with the
outside world is through a robot named Hinokio, which
Satoru manipulates via his computer. Through the eyes
of Hinokio, Satoru finds out about real life and friendship,
and discovers his first love. This is a touching story
which takes the robot theme to a completely new level.
Hinokio:
Pre-screening Event 10 am
Prior to the screening of Hinokio, there will
be a special guest appearance by two
of the 3D animators who worked on the
film. This is an ideal opportunity for students to find
out about what goes into making an animated feature film.
The presentation will include exclusive footage, storyboards
and CG models as well as some Q&A time.
* Free event (with ticket purchase for the 10:30 am session
of Hinokio)
Friday
2 December 12:30 pm
Hidden
Blade 隠し剣 鬼の爪
This
film has been classified MA (15+) and is restricted
by law to viewers age 15 and over. The film contains
some scenes with strong violence. If you require
further information, please contact the Japan Foundation,
Sydney Arts and Cultural Department on (02) 8239
0055.
This
Japanese Academy Award Winner for Best Art Direction
is another samurai masterpiece from Yoji Yamada (Twilight
Samurai; Tora-san series). This period
drama is set in the dying days of feudal Japan when
the demise of the samurai class is imminent. Like the
acclaimed Twilight Samurai, this is not action-packed
but rather an introspective and understated film. Viewers
will enjoy the comic moments and subtle romance.
Ticketing
$12 per session
$10 for group bookings of 10 or more
Sydney
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Catch
the special daytime screening of Hinokio
on Friday 2 Dec at 10 am, featuring a special
guest appearance by two of the film’s 3D animators.
Includes exclusive footage, storyboards and CG models
from the film as well as Q&A time. Great opportunity
for students of Japanese and animation fans alike!
Special
Charity Event
Documentary filmmaker, Mayu Kanamori (Chika),
will host a special charity event, featuring the inspiring
documentary Horumaika.
Special guests at this international premiere will include
Horumaika director and producer as well as former
village mayor.
All proceeds from the screening will go to the Horumaika
Rescue Fund.
After
an accident, Satoru stopped going to school, spending
his days confined to his room. His sole link with the
outside world is through a robot named Hinokio, which
Satoru manipulates via his computer. Through the eyes
of Hinokio, Satoru finds out about real life and friendship,
and discovers his first love. This is a touching story
which takes the robot theme to a completely new level.
This
Japanese Academy Award Winner for Best Art Direction
is another samurai masterpiece from Yoji Yamada (Twilight
Samurai; Tora-san series). This period
drama is set in the dying days of feudal Japan when
the demise of the samurai class is imminent. Like the
acclaimed Twilight Samurai, this is not action-packed
but rather an introspective and understated film. Viewers
will enjoy the comic moments and subtle romance.
