The Japan Film Program is hosted by Reed Hessler, longtime host on WBJC. Co-presented with the Baltimore Kawasaki Sister City Committee (BKSCC) and TU College of Fine Arts and Communication Dean’s Office.

May 18, 2024 Early Summer (麦秋, Bakushū) 1951 dir. Yasujiro Ozu
Enjoy this rare screening of a classic drama which explores post-World War II social transformation—especially intergenerational conflict, a family’s involvement in a young woman’s (Noriko) decision about marriage, and her will for independence.

Coming Up:

July 20, 2024 The Story of the Last Chrysanthemum (残菊物語, Zangiku monogatari) 1939 dir. Kenji Mizoguchi