Two Films about Japan Premiere at DC/DOX FIlm Festival 2024

JASWDC is excited to partner with DC/DOX, a new film festival in Washington, DC, for the premiere of two films about Japan by Japanese filmmakers. DC/DOX is dedicated to promoting film as a leading art form, championing new voices and innovations in non-fiction storytelling, and using film as a catalyst to engage the most compelling issues of our day. Each screening will be followed by Q&As with the filmmakers in person. Read more about the Film Festival.

Use code “JASWDC10” for 10% off any film at the box office. PURCHASE TICKETS HERE!

 

INSTRUMENTS OF A BEATING HEART

FRI JUNE 14 || 7-8:30PM || EATON CINEMA

First graders in a Tokyo public elementary school are presented with a challenge for the final semester: performing “Ode to Joy” at the ceremony for the new incoming first graders. Ayame, who often struggles to keep up with the group, is determined to play a major part — the big drum. Directed by Emma Yamazaki.

Short but mighty, these personal stories of struggle and triumph will capture your heart! Come watch all three films at our Shorts Program: ONE OF A KIND.

 

BLACK BOX DIARIES

FRIDAY JUNE 14 || 5:15-7:15PM || LANDMARK E-STREET CINEMA

Young journalist Shiori Ito embarks on a courageous investigation of her own sexual assault in an improbable attempt to prosecute her high-profile offender. Her quest becomes a landmark case in #Japan, exposing the country’s outdated judicial and societal systems. Directed by Japanese journalist and filmmaker Shiori Ito.

“An anguished and urgent personal documentary—a film of investigation, confrontation, and action.” – The New Yorker