JFF+ INDEPENDENT CINEMA 2023 - Free online streaming program returns!

From 1 August, 09:00 (BST) until 31 October 2023
Free, Online

The JFF+ INDEPENDENT CINEMA 2023 online streaming program returns! Featuring 12 Japanese independent films recommended by Japanese theatre managers and international film experts which can all be watched online, free of charge!

The film line up is as follows;

🎬 And Your Bird Can Sing by MIYAKE Sho
A youth drama that depicts the city of Hakodate and the lives of its young residents.

🎬 Follow the Light by NARITA Yoichi
"Light" shines upon the faces of the boys and girls whose hearts sway in their desolate hometown.

🎬 LONELY GLORY by SAKON Keitaro
A human drama that provokes contemplation on the essence of "family" and local "shops".

🎬 An Artisan's Legacy, Tsunekazu Nishioka by YAMAZAKI Yuji
A documentary woven with the words of the last miyadaiku and narratives from people with deep connections, telling the story of his life and work.

🎬 Hey! Our dear Don-chan by OKITA Shuichi
A miracle independent film capturing the growth of a single baby over a period of 3 years.

🎬 A Muse Never Drowns by ASAO Nozomi
A fresh coming-of-age film that depicts the diversity of way of living through scrap-and-build.

🎬 A Girl in My Room by TAKAHASHI Natsuki
A fantasy romantic comedy that highlights the charm of the city of Onomichi.

🎬 TENZO by TOMITA Katsuya
A film that delves into the exploration of faith after “3.11”, incorporating a blend of documentary and fiction elements.

🎬 HANAGATAMI by OBAYASHI Nobuhiko
An OBAYASHI film shot entirely in Karatsu, depicting the poetic way of life of young people.

🎬 BON-UTA, A Song from Home by NAKAE Yuji
A story of connection between Fukushima and Hawaii through traditional performing arts.

🎬 Techno Brothers by WATANABE Hirobumi
A must for techno lovers! A road movie unfolds as mysterious musicians take center stage.

🎬 Bachiranun by HIGASHIMORI Aika
A docu-fiction film that intoxicates viewers with the vibrant beauty of Yonaguni Island life.

For further details, visit: https://jff.jpf.go.jp/watch/ic2023/