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Kizuki Minami Sings the Main Theme for the Anime Film “Lonely Castle in the Mirror”
(via Twitter) Released on streaming platforms today is the original soundtrack to the anime film “Lonely Castle in the Mirror” (Apple Music has it titled as “Solitary Castle in the Mirror”) and the main theme “Kagami no Kojo” is sung by Amami Ōshima utasha Kizuki Minami. The film will be released in Japan theaters on…
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42nd Hawaii International Film Festival 11/3-11/27
The 42nd Hawaii International Film Festival takes place from 11/3 to 11/27 and although there are no films from Okinawa screening this year, there are a few films with Okinawan actors. We’re also sharing two other films with ties to Okinawa. And the two with Okinawa ties:
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Soundtrack for “Miracle City Koza” 10/12 Release!
Is it true? Yup. Coming 10/12 there is an official (up to now it’s been fan-made playlists) soundtrack for “Miracle City Koza”! The soundtrack is arranged by Chris (Murasaki) who mentioned that this will be his first instrumental album release (see tweet below) and he may use it as an opportunity to release his earlier…
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Miyagi Karin’s “Chimuganasa” (Short Shorts Film Festival)
Model/singer/entrepreneur/actress and now film director Miyagi Karin’s “Chimuganasa” is available for online screening with English subtitles until June 30th as part of the Short Shorts Film Festival. The film which was written and directed by Karin, brings together three generations of actresses with the veterans Yoshida Taeko, Kyan Hitomi (currently on NHK’s “Chimudondon”), and Karin.…
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“Pineapple Tours” Film Receives a Digital Remaster
Originally released in 1992, the legendary Okinawan film “Pineapple Tours” was given a digital remaster as well as a theatrical run this month for its 30th anniversary! The film features an almost entire shimanchu cast and crew which was and still is quite amazing for its day. It was the film that sparked a wave…
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14th Okinawa International Movie Festival 4/16 to 4/17
The 2022 Okinawa International Movie Festival (OIMF) is set for 4/16 to 4/17! Like last year, they’ll also be streaming a select number of films online but you’ll need to create a FANY ID (see their website for more details). The top film for this year’s festival is the documentary “Murasaki” (about the legendary rock…
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“Miracle City Koza” World Premiere at the Hawaii International Film Festival
This is amazing. Ahead of its Okinawa premiere on 1/21 and even its Japan premiere on 2/4, the Hawaii International Film Festival “HIFF” holds the prize of presenting the world premiere of “Miracle City Koza” on 11/7! What’s even better is that in addition to a one-day in-person screening, the film will also be available…
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Miracle City Koza (Film)
Director Taira Kazuhiro’s upcoming 2022 film “Miracle City Koza” has a poster, trailer, and an announcement that its first screening will be on January 21st at Uchinaa theaters! From there, the film will be shown in Japanese theaters from February 4th. The film looks to be a lot of fun and stars Kiritani Kenta (his…
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HY’s “AM11:00” Becomes a Movie
To be streamed on July 31st (Uchinaa time) is a short film inspired by HY’s hit song “AM11:00” with the band members joining the stream. The film is directed by musician Yamashita Ayumu and stars actor Izumisawa Yuuki and actress Miyagi Karin (who you may recognize from “Eisaa Don Don” and her collaborations with Nanaironote’s…
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“Eisaa Don Don” Available for Limited Time (YouTube)
With news that the 66th annual Eisaa Festival may actually take place this year (it was canceled last year due to the pandemic), the special movie “Eisaa Don Don” was made available on YouTube until August 31st. Be sure not to miss it!
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