Chie Hayakawa’s luminous feature is as powerful and thoughtful as its young lead, newcomer Yui Suzuki. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/culture/2025/06/26/film/renoir/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #culture #film #japanesefilm#chiehayakawa #yuisuzuki #hikariishida #cannesfilmfestival #cannes
Inspired by a real-life incident, Takashi Miike's legal drama ultimately decides that it's easier just to tell one side of the story. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/culture/2025/06/25/film/sham/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #culture #film #japanesefilm #goayano#takashimiike