The Japan Society of New York is pleased to announce that JAPAN CUTS: Festival of New Japanese Film—North America’s largest festival of contemporary Japanese cinema—returns for its 15th edition as an online and in-person hybrid event. Following last year's entirely online edition, this summer’s festival offers 14 days of the best new films from Japan for audiences across the United States through Japan Society’s virtual cinema. Additionally, JAPAN CUTS is thrilled to welcome New York City festival goers back to Japan Society’s auditorium.
It’s the best opportunity for American film lovers to get an unparalleled peek into the singular world of Japanese cinema.
— The Wall Street Journal
Meticulously curated… An annual highlight of New York’s film calendar
— The New York Times
JAPAN CUTS has unambiguously become America’s best annual showcase of new Japanese film… a comprehensive snapshot of the country’s ever-vital national cinema.
— IndieWire
JAPAN CUTS will include 33 films available online throughout the U.S. and screenings of 8 films in-person on the big screen at Japan Society. Returning for its second online iteration is the festival’s Next Generation competition, introduced last year, which offers a hand-picked selection of six independently produced narrative feature films by emerging directors. The festival’s only juried section, Next Generation, awards the Obayashi Prize to the most accomplished title as determined by a jury of industry professionals.
Additionally, there will be Q&As on Instagram live, and video introductions from filmmakers, maintaining the festival’s sense of community and dedication to intercultural communication. Please join us for the best and most exciting films coming out of Japan today.
Streaming tickets for individual films and discounted bundles will go on sale starting August 20. Additionally, JASH members can enjoy a 10% discount on individual film tickets. Please email JASH Administrative Assistant Lauren Hurley at lhurley@jas-hou.org for more information.
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