"Kokuho" Live-Action Film Set for 2025 Release, Anticipates Record-Breaking Success April 14, 2026 The highly anticipated live-action adaptation of Shuhei Fujisawa’s acclaimed novel, "Kokuho" (National Treasure), is gearing up for its cinematic release in 2025, with early… Continue Reading
Carrie Wong and James Seah Interview April 14, 2026 HONG KONG – The 2026 Hong Kong International Film Festival (HKIFF) has once again served as a pivotal platform for showcasing diverse cinematic voices… Continue Reading
Linka Linka: Kangdrun’s Debut Feature Explores Memory, Identity, and Modern Lhasa April 13, 2026 Filmmaker Kangdrun’s debut feature, "Linka Linka," has emerged as a significant cinematic work, garnering international attention for its intricate narrative, nuanced character portrayals, and… Continue Reading
No Room For Love: Marina and Randal Kamradt’s Feature Film Explores Filipino American Aspirations and the Allure of Hollywood April 13, 2026 Filmmaking duo Marina and Randal Kamradt have returned to the festival circuit with "No Room For Love," a compelling narrative that delves into the… Continue Reading
Filmmaker Aldo Agaatsz’s ‘Sudah’ Premieres, Delving into Manadonese Roots and Christian Identity April 13, 2026 Amsterdam-based filmmaker Aldo Agaatsz, founder of Peper Film, has garnered significant attention with his latest short film, "Sudah," which premiered at the Netherlands Film… Continue Reading
Kasumisou ni Yureru Kisha (1981) by Yoshimi Uchida Manga Review April 12, 2026 Yoshimi Uchida’s collection of short stories, "Kasumisou ni yureru kisha" (literally "Steam Train Swaying in Gypsophila"), though often categorized as one of her minor… Continue Reading
Reclaiming Dragons (2025) by Yeung Xiang Yu Short Film Review April 12, 2026 The cinematic landscape often seeks narratives that not only entertain but also provoke thought and reflect contemporary societal issues. In this context, Yeung Xiang… Continue Reading
Sunshine Woman’s Choir April 12, 2026 "Sunshine Woman’s Choir," a poignant Taiwanese Mandarin-language drama helmed by director Gavin Lin and co-written by Hermes Lu, has emerged as a landmark cinematic… Continue Reading
Tommy Tom’s ‘Spare Queen’ Explores Human Connection Amidst Hong Kong Cinema’s Fragile Landscape at HKIFF April 12, 2026 Director Tommy Tom brought his latest cinematic endeavor, "Spare Queen," a character-driven bowling drama, to this year’s Hong Kong International Film Festival (HKIFF), leveraging… Continue Reading
Jinsei: Suzuki Ryuya’s Hand-Drawn Epic Challenges Anime Conventions and Critiques the Entertainment Industry April 12, 2026 "Jinsei," the ambitious debut feature from filmmaker Suzuki Ryuya, a distinguished graduate of Tohoku University of Art and Design, has emerged as a significant… Continue Reading
