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Gakuryu Ishii, who is a professor of film course at Kobe Institute of Technology, suddenly disappears after falling into a mad state driven by his own idea of "self-revolutionary movie struggle work". His assistant professor Takeda and assistant Tanimoto are perplexed by the "work text for inner consciousness revolution aimed at expanding the imagination and recognition of the individual and strengthening the will" that he left behind, but try to turn it into practice with the students. By practicing, the students get lost in a labyrinthine world of expanded imagination and expanded consciousness, just like in a film. At the same time, Takeda pursues the shadow of Ishii.

Versailles' "15th Anniversary Tour -JUBILEE-" concert held at CLUB CITTA Kawasaki on October 22, 2022.

A short anime directed by Namiko Ishidate in collaboration with music by Ryokuoushoku Shakai. A part of the "TOHO animation: Music Films" project, in commemoration of the 10th anniversary of TOHO animation.

It’s the day before the last performance by THE PARADISE. Three fans who have never met get trapped in an elevator. They talk about their favorite band member, Unicorn, while they wait to be rescued. For some reason, the air is tense. Then, a notification goes off on their phones.

Lost Summer

This is the story of the 1920s, shortly after mankind woke up from the nightmare of World War I, a time haunted by death like never before in history. Late at night, a car is speeding along a mountain road in northern Italy. In the car is the family of the Duke of Lamberti. They were returning from celebrating the engagement of their only daughter, Grazia, in Venice. However, tragedy strikes the car carrying the family. The car spins out of control and Grazia is thrown into the darkness of the night...

Serika Toa's dinner show.

This is The Night Before

An intimate look at the life and work of renowned Japanese musician Yutaka Ozaki.

The tenth night of the tournament took place on July 30th, 2023 at Dolphins Arena in Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi, Japan.

From the music of Tunisian composer Amine Bouhafa, Japanese filmmaker Naomi Kawase crafts a story of two young people ruminating on existence and life in a city. This short film is part of the 2x25 Project of Film Fest Gent and the World Soundtrack Awards. The project commissioned 25 composers to compose a short piece of music, after which 25 filmmakers made short films that are the ultimate symbioses of music and cinematography, fitting completely within the DNA of the festival. The result: 25 exceptional films where the music inspired the form, narrative and texture.

The New Beginning in Sapporo 2023 - Night 2 was a professional wrestling event promoted by New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW). The event took place at the Hokkaido Prefectural Sports Center in Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan, on February 5, 2023.

Takarazuka Star Troupe 2023 production. The story is set in France in the latter half of the 1780s. Cracks are starting to appear in the rule of the once-flourishing Bourbon Dynasty. Uprisings by citizens burdened by excessive taxes are a common occurrence throughout the country. Ronan's father was shot to death by officers and his farmland taken away. He makes a desperate vow to take revenge for his father and to have his property returned. Leaving his hometown and heading for Paris, he encounters the young revolutionaries Desmoulins and Robespierre at their stronghold of Palais Royal. Having come into contact with their ideology, he now starts to put his hopes on the coming of a new era.

About a man and a woman. Shot on the beach in a single shot and has little to no dialogue.

Makoto Kitano reports on real-life ghosts and psychic phenomena!

Blu-ray release of character rap project “Hypnosis Mic -Division Rap Battle- Rule the Stage [Fling Posse vs MAD TRIGGER CREW]”.

The fifteenth night of the tournament took place on August 8th, 2023 at Yokohama Budokan in Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan.

The Great Kantō Earthquake is said to be the worst natural disaster in the history of Japan. When disaster struck on September 1st, 1923, a woman called Nobu managed to survive by fleeing desperately all while caring for her two small children. What did she see? What actions did she take? Her decision making during her evacuation is still relevant in present day and can help shed light on what actions to take to save your life should a large disaster strike without warning.

BUCK-TICK brings live footage. It compiles completely their 35th anniversary live concert held at Yokohama Arena on September 23 and 24, 2022. The video is a newly edited original version that differs from the broadcast and distribution versions. Consists of two Blu-rays.

A video was submitted to Big Summer's psychic investigator team. The video shows a couple visiting an abandoned well at a haunted place, the woman was attacked by a deformed monster that appeared from the well. The boyfriend now asks the team to investigate.

The first documentary film in Sunny Day Service’s career, was shot between spring 2020 and fall 2021. The film includes the history and anecdotes of the band on the 30th anniversary of their CD debut, as told by Sunny Day Service members and others involved, as well as rare live performance scenes, some of which are being shown for the first time.

Blu-ray release of character rap project “Hypnosis Mic: Division Rap Battle - Rule the Stage [Rep LIVE side D.H]”.

Takarazuka Snow Troupe performance. A romantic tale presented as the Grand Theatre debut performance of the new top pair of Snow Troupe, Sakina Ayakaze and Aya Yumeshiro.

Reon Yuzuki's dinner show.

A young lady whose suitcase had been stolen while traveling alone in Paris, had a crush on a homeless guy down the street.

Depicts with song and dance the anguish of Francis Xavier, the missionary known for introducing Christianity to Japan for the first time, in this musical period drama fantasy.

Two brothers reunite for the first time since their grandfather’s funeral in the old man’s candy store. There is a distance between them but as they sit together in the empty space, they reminisce about the past and the meaning of kanro jelly, a near tasteless treat with a supernatural origin to its name. Then, the older brother receives an unexpected call. With “Kanro,” Tanaka and her skilled performers offer a one-cut film that is simple on its surface but unearths an affectionate family history and a surprise ending that opens the door to the mysteries of life.

A captivating concert film that captures the Japanese idol group =LOVE's pivotal performance at the Nippon Budokan during their 2023 nationwide tour "Today is your Trigger." Formed in April 2017 under the production of Rino Sashihara, this marked a significant turning point in the group's career. Beyond the electrifying live performances, the film offers exclusive behind-the-scenes footage and intimate member interviews that fans won't find anywhere else. Available in standard 2D as well as special formats including ScreenX, 4DX, and 4DX Screen for an immersive experience.

Set in the era of Toyotomi Hideyoshi and Honami Kotoku, this musical focuses on a team of six Touken Danshi, led by Heshikiri Hasebe.

The Katakai Festival, one of Niigata and Echigo's Three Great Fireworks Festivals, has a 400-year history. Held annually on September 9th and 10th in Katakai Town, it features fireworks dedicated to Asahara Shrine, filled with wishes and prayers. Highlights include Japan’s largest 'San-shakudama' and the world's largest 'Yon-shakudama,' which impress spectators with their grandeur. The small hill behind the launch site amplifies the fireworks' powerful bursts. This work condenses the festival's two-day fireworks displays. It captures the fleeting beauty of each firework, the vibrant rapid-fire starmine displays, and the grand 'San-shakudama' and 'Yon-shakudama' that fill the night sky, creating an emotional and resonant experience. Filmed in ultra-high-definition 4K/8K60P, it faithfully reproduces the grand fireworks and fine sparks. Enjoy the immersive experience with high-resolution audio at 96kHz24bit, emphasizing the fireworks' explosive sounds and echoes.

A young man discovers his grandfather dead and alone in his house. He wonders what to tell his mother, with whom his grandfather had a falling out.

The treasure "Taylor-Burton," stolen from the Art Institute of Chicago by the thief No. 13, is in the underground hideout of a mafia who is active in the Otogi-cho 3rd Street area. The FBI, having received information, attempts to recover the "Taylor-Burton" with all their might, but the boss's dog, Sally, gets them into a messy fight. The worst jewelry fight in history between the Mafia, the FBI, a psychic, a cleaning man, and a stupid dog! Who will have the last laugh?

Husband Naotaro takes his wife Yuko on a hunting trip. Naotaro can’t accept the fact that their daughter is gay and takes his frustrations out on Yuko. In the meantime, his hunting rifle happens to fall into Yuko's hands.

"Groovy Sukiyaki" (Masayuki Izumi, published by FUSOSHA), a manga unit consisting of Masayuki Kusumi, known as the author of "Lonely Gourmet" and Harunori Izumi (author of "Shoku no Gunshi" and "Dandori-kun"), is a first-person manga with an analytical bombastic approach! Groovy Sukiyaki" (Masayuki Izumi, Fusosha) is dramatized with Riki Takeuchi in the lead role!

This film is a documentary produced as part of an art project set in an elementary school in Sapporo from November 2022 to February 2023. The collection of one-frame traces selected by the children themselves from the footage recording their daily school life overlaps with the observational viewpoint of the artist who entered the elementary school.

Dominion 6.4 in Osaka-jō Hall was a professional wrestling event promoted by New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW) that took place on June 4, 2023, in Osaka, Japan, headlined by SANADA (c) vs. Yota Tsuji for the IWGP World Heavyweight Championship.

Lim Kah Wai, director of Your Lovely Smile, embarks on a similar journey as the protagonist in his film, visiting dozens of mini theatres from Okinawa to Hokkaido. Lim is not pitching his new film, but meeting the staff and owners of the theatres to make a documentary about how they struggle in the shrinking market. In empty cinema houses, the people speak of the common and personal challenges they encounter. Although they might have made different decisions – whether to hang on or move on, they share a pure love for and a genuine belief in cinema that they wish to pass on to the next generation.

In 2018 Japan’s NHK television network was given unprecedented access to the Freer Gallery of Art’s collection of works by Katsushika Hokusai so they could film the details of paintings using a state-of-the-art 8K video camera. The resulting documentary is hosted by actor Iura Arata and features commentary from the James Ulak, former curator at the National Museum of Asian Art, and Tim Clark, former curator at the British Museum. The film’s intended premiere in April 2020 was canceled due to the pandemic. We are proud to finally screen it. Explore masterpieces at a never-before-seen level of detail and enjoy new insights into the artist’s genius.

Atarashii Gakko! live at Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium

Volume 38 of the deceptive psychic video collection!! A problematic series that has been featured in numerous media!! Deception that devours the weak!!

The full video of the solo concert of Beat Takeshi's band "Juliana no Tatari" (Juliana's Curse) held at Tokyo Dome City Hall on June 28, 2023 has been released. All songs with lyrics.

Tsubaki, a high school senior, was at a point in her life where she needed to think about her future. However, her circumstances were far from ordinary. 4 years prior, her father, Hideaki, had committed a murder, taking the life of an elementary school boy. Since then, Hideaki had disappeared and was presumed dead.

On Sunday, May 28, 2023, YOKO TAKAHASHI, known for singing the theme song of the TV anime "Neon Genesis Evangelion", performed a live concert "YOKO TAKAHASHI EVANGELION Ultimate Live "Tsuki Juuya" at Zepp Shinjuku (TOKYO). It is part of the "EVANGELION KABUKICHO IMPACT" project held at "Tokyo Kabukicho Tower," which opened on April 14th. This is her FIRST solo performance based on the "Evangelion" series. Guests include pianist Marassi, who has been viewed over 700 MILLION TIMES on YouTube, violinist Shizuka Kashima, saxophonist Hiroshi Matsushita, and other INTERNATIONALLY ACTIVE performers appear on stage.

Sora Kazuki Christmas Special Dinner Show

Kazunori, once revered as the “God of Management,” now spends his final days alone in a nursing home—his success in business overshadowed by a life without connection. When a heartfelt wish to be young again is mysteriously granted, Kazunori awakens as his 20-year-old self. Given a miraculous second chance, he sets out to rewrite his story with purpose, love, and no regrets.

The first night of G1 Climax 33 took place at Hokkai Kitayell in Toyohira-ku, Sapporo, Japan on July 15th, 2023.

The 17th psychic documentary that inherits the DNA of "Cursed Psychic Video XXX". A video of cherry blossom viewing. Behind the video, which should be fun, is something eerie. Contains 5 episodes, including "Hanami", "Jamevu-Mikan-", "Negi", and "Water Tank".

"Hatsune Miku Symphony" is a concert that performs VOCALOID songs centered on Hatsune Miku with a gorgeous full orchestra. The contents of the recording are the Pacifico Yokohama performance on Sunday, September 25, 2022.

The thirteenth night of the tournament took place on August 5th, 2023 at Edion Arena Osaka in Naniwa-ku, Namba, Osaka, Japan.

From "Hitori Edge" to "Pop Virus" and beyond, this collection of live performances features highlights from a selection of Gen Hoshino's concert tours.

Liyuu's first live tour, which took place from April to May 2023. This release contains all footage of the Kanagawa concert held at the National Grand Hall Pacifico Yokohama on April 23rd.

Miho Ayane, an erotic idol with a psychic sense, goes to a terrifying haunted place and quells the spirits by not exorcising them, but by appeasing them. What's more, the spirit is appeased by striking a sexy pose! This is an exploration documentary with a mix of scary and sexy that has never been seen in past psychic documentaries!

The one-night-only special live stage event "RAY'Z MUSIC LIVE-STRAHL" held on September 9, 2022 at SELENEB2 in Shirokane-Takanawa, featuring songs from Taito's iconic shooting game "Ray" series, was fully recorded. The performers are Taito sound team ZUNTATA, former ZUNTATA member and DJ, COSIO, the creator of the RAY'Z series soundscape, TAMAYO, and vocalist Cyua's tribal techno unit "BETTA FLASH". The genre-defying performances of these artists will usher in a new era for the RAY'Z sound.