2014.2/6〜2/16
The 64th Berlin International Film Festival 2014
Winner of the Forum section FIPRESCI AWARD
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The 64th Berlin International Film Festival 2014
Winner of the Forum section FIPRESCI AWARD
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The 26th Tokyo International Film Festival 2013
Winner of the Japanese Cinema Splash BEST PICTURE AWARD
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Shot without any music or radical camera work, an extremely unsettling suspense which you cannot take your eyes off of for even a moment.
True to life performance, intertwining sub-plots and the portrayal of true human nature. Will you be able to keep watching until the end without turning away?
One day, Ayako Kaneshiro is reunited with her former classmate Yukari Hosaka. She invites her to join her company, and she accepts. However, Ayako begins to treat Yukari coldly and act strangely around her. Yukari feels increasingly pressured, but Ayako has her reasons. The pent-up hatred within her deepens the darkness in her heart. To confirm her own feelings, Ayako confronts Yukari. Their conflicting emotions intertwine... What lies at the end of this cycle of hatred?
The 26th Tokyo International Film Festival 2013
Winner of the Japanese Cinema Splash BEST PICTURE AWARD
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The 64th Berlin International Film Festival 2014
Winner of the Forum section FIPRESCI AWARD
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The 19th Vilnius International Film Festival 2014
Official selection CRITICS’ CHOICE
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The 38th Hong Kong International Film Festival 2014
Official selection YOUNG CINEMA COMPETITION
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Born in Kumamoto. Moved to Tokyo to become a film director after graduating from high school. Worked on a number of Shinya Tsukamoto films and learned directing, cinematography, and lighting skills. Later worked on various films as a lighting technician. As a filmmaker, she has directed music videos, documentaries, live recordings, and installation films. 【FORMA】is her debut feature.