Rinne

A interesting film that I came across while I was doing research. The story of 'Rinne' is that a Japanese actress begins having strange visions and experiences after landing a role in a horror film about a real-life murder spree that took place over forty years ago. 'Rinne' was retitled 'Reincarnation' in USA.

American Japanese Movies

The title maybe a little confusing but many American films has had some sort of Japanese setting or feeling to like 'Kickboxer' and 'Street Fighter:The Movie'. If you click the title above it will take you to a website that has a list of American films that have used some sort of Japanese film style in them.

Media Questionnaire

For my critical research I have created an online questiionnaire so when you get the chance could you please fill it out.

Watching & Reviewing

For the past few weeks I have been trying to get a copy of Japanese Movies and any American remakes that may have been influenced by the Japanese originals. I have just got hold of a copy of the original Japanese 'Ringu' and after I watch it I will compare both the original and remake and point out in my opinion the similiarities or differences that these films have and how they have been made to adapt to western/non-western audiences.

26th Best Film at the Hong Kong Film Awards

As i said the Hong Kong Film Awards has been an annually event since 1982. In the 26th Annual ceremony, the Best Film award was given to 'After This Our Exile.' The plot starts of with the antagonist's mother leaving the family home and the antagonist turns to mugging/thieving in order to support his father, an abusive sort who is addicted to gambling. (If you click the link above you can find out more about the award winning film)

Hong Kong Film Awards

The Hong Kong Film Awards founded in 1982, are the most prestigious film awards in Hong Kong and among the most respected in East Asia. Award ceremonies are held annually, typically in April. The Awards recognize achievement in all aspects of filmmaking, such as directing, screenwriting, acting and cinematography. In 2005 'Kung Fu Hustle' won the Best Movie Award and in 2001 a well known film to us all, 'Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon' won the Best Movie Award. (It actually was the 26th Annual Hong Kong Film Award this year but this was the only recent picture I could find)

Asian Cinema Weekly

It has been interesting researching on Asian Cinema and its impact in a mainstream industry. When a person thinks of Asian Cinema the first thing that may come to their head is kung fu movies or characters such as Bruce Lee & Jet Li but Asian Cinema isn't just all about the martial arts. They are well known for their horror movies which have been remade for a western audience. (Click on the link above to see a website that is updated every week on Asian Cinema, leave any comments if you wish to)