OFFERING diverse genres of Japanese films, this year’s Eigasai (Japanese Film Festival) is coming to Cebu.
The festival is ongoing until Aug. 26.
Fifteen full-feature films of diverse genres were selected from more than 100 screenings across five major cities nationwide.
Together with the Cultural Center of the Philippines, the Japan Foundation’s continued support toward independent filmmakers brings another Japanese independent film to Manila: “Of Love & Law.” This documentary film is about a couple who operates Japan’s first openly gay firm. It won the Best Film Award at the 30th Tokyo International Film Festival’s Independent Japanese Cinema category.
“The Eigasai has grown into one of the largest international film festivals in the Philippines, attracting more than 26,000 viewers last year,” said Hiroaki Uesugi, director of the Japan Foundation-Manila. “Film is a fascinating and powerful medium that journeys across borders and inspires all walks of life. We hope Filipinos enjoy accessing and experiencing Japanese culture through films, and also expand understanding through several talks organized in collaboration with the Japan Foundation’s theater, exhibition and dialogue projects.”
Screening venues are scheduled in Manila, Cebu, Davao, Bacolod and Naga. In Cebu, Egasai films will be shown at the Ayala Center Cebu Cinema from Aug. 23 to 26.
Admission is free on a first-come, first-served basis. PR