Calling all aspiring filmmakers! Are you ready to reveal Japan’s best-kept film location secrets? Enter our Japan Film Location Competition and show us just why a production crew should shoot their next project in your neighborhood. We’re inviting anyone with a passion for filmmaking to create a 60-90 second live-action film that highlights Japan’s little-known film locations. Your contribution will help attract international and Japanese film projects to stimulate the local economy, create jobs and boost local tourism. This is your chance to stand out, win attractive prizes, and be a part of Japan’s cool new film future. What are you waiting for? Submit an entry here! https://ow.ly/YGtQ50SawW6 U.S. Embassy in Tokyo Japan, Japan National Tourism Organization, デジタルハリウッド大学, American Chamber of Commerce in Japan
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Promoting & Protecting Screen Communities in Asia Pacific The Motion Picture Association (MPA) and the Motion Picture Association International (MPA-I) represent the interests of the six international producers and distributors of filmed entertainment. To do so, they promote and protect the intellectual property rights of these companies and conduct public awareness programs to highlight to movie fans around the world the importance of content protection. These activities have helped to transform entire markets benefiting film and television industries in each country including foreign and local filmmakers alike.
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Singapore has officially selected the Malay-language comedy La Luna as its entry for the International Feature category at the 2025 Oscars. Directed by M. Raihan Halim and starring Shaheizy Sam, Sharifah Amani, Wan Hanafi Su, and Hisyam Hamid, La Luna premiered at the Tokyo International Film Festival last year. This heartfelt comedic drama is now set to represent Singapore on the global stage. Read more: https://ow.ly/i8jY50TLFa5
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We’re excited to see Max rollout across Asia. Will you be one of those subscribing? Read more: https://ow.ly/QQlo50TLF3m
Warner Bros. Discovery Confirms Max Launch in 7 Asian Markets in November
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Gladiator II is set to make its Asian premiere at the Tokyo International Film Festival. The original Gladiator won five Oscars and earned $465.4 million worldwide, with Japan being its biggest market in Asia and seventh globally. Paul Mescal, alongside co-stars Denzel Washington, Fred Hechinger, and Connie Nielsen, will attend the premiere in Tokyo for the first time. Read more: https://ow.ly/5Ifc50TLEYU
‘Gladiator II’ to Make Asian Premiere at Tokyo International Film Festival
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Netflix’s hit Korean reality series Culinary Class Wars returns for Season 2! After topping the global non-English series chart, the show promises more intense competition and mouth-watering dishes. With Netflix’s ongoing investment in Korean reality, Culinary Class Wars is set to thrill viewers again. Read more: https://ow.ly/9LYq50TLETK
Netflix’s Korean Reality Series ‘Culinary Class Wars’ Set for Season 2
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The MPA is proud to partner with the Asia Pacific Screen Awards on the MPA APSA Academy Film Fund - now 15 years’ strong.
We're proud to announce the nominations for the 17th Asia Pacific Screen Awards, celebrating the most outstanding cinematic achievements across the Asia Pacific region. 31 films from 23 Asia Pacific countries and areas represented. Congratulations to all of our nominees! https://lnkd.in/gFYxqFkW
17th ASIA PACIFIC SCREEN AWARDS NOMINATIONS ANNOUNCED
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Indian sci-fi blockbuster 'Kalki 2898 AD' is set to expand its global footprint, with upcoming releases in Japan and Russia, and a sequel already in the works. Directed by Nag Ashwin, 'Kalki 2898 AD' is making waves on the international stage as producers eye worldwide expansion. Read more: https://ow.ly/vhqa50TKr5V
Indian Blockbuster ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ Sets Japan Release, Sequel Timeline as Producers Eye World Expansion (EXCLUSIVE)
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Celebrating the best of Asian cinema, the Busan International Film Festival has announced its 2024 award winners, with The Land of Morning Calm, MA – Cry of Silence, Village Rockstars 2, and Yen and Ai-Lee taking top honors. The festival has also confirmed earlier dates for 2025. Read more: https://ow.ly/KBBN50TKr5L
‘The Land of Morning Calm,’ ‘MA – Cry of Silence,’ ‘Village Rockstars 2,’ ‘Yen and Ai-Lee’ Take Top Honors at Busan; September Dates Confirmed for 2025
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Streaming platforms like Netflix are playing a key role in bringing Japanese filmmakers to a global audience. Tokyo Swindlers is one such example, showcasing unique storytelling that goes beyond traditional portrayals of Japan. Read more: https://ow.ly/zz8V50TKqBl
Netflix’s Tokyo Swindlers reveals some surprising truths
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Japan is becoming an increasingly attractive destination for international film productions, thanks to a new film incentive and a weaker yen, according to the Japan Film Commission (JFC). Despite facing challenges, these developments are positioning Japan as a key player in global film production. Read more: https://ow.ly/ne1r50TFnQx
Japan attracting international film productions despite challenges
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