Japan Film Program
The Japan Film Program is hosted by and from the private collection of Reed Hessler, longtime host on WBJC. Co-presented with the Baltimore Kawasaki Sister City Committee (BKSCC), TU College of Fine Arts and Communication Dean’s Office, and Asian Arts & Culture Center.
September 12
High and Low (天国と地獄, Tengoku to Jigoku)
Experience stunning cinematography and surprising narrative twists in this 1963 film depicting disturbing moral dilemmas, class divisions, urban anxiety, and the rise of consumerist culture in post-World War II Japan. High and Low is a kidnapping thriller that inspires reflection on our basic humanity.
1963, dir. Akira Kurosawa (143 minutes)
September 12
High and Low (天国と地獄, Tengoku to Jigoku)
Experience stunning cinematography and surprising narrative twists in this 1963 film depicting disturbing moral dilemmas, class divisions, urban anxiety, and the rise of consumerist culture in post-World War II Japan. High and Low is a kidnapping thriller that inspires reflection on our basic humanity.
1963, dir. Akira Kurosawa (143 minutes)
November 21
Kwaidan (怪談)
Be spellbound by an afternoon of Japanese ghost stories rendered masterfully in this 1964 film comprised of four distinct stories depicting vengeful spirits, supernatural warriors, and eerie apparitions. These enchantingly surreal tales stir every emotion, leaving viewers to contemplate the boundaries of existence. (color)
1936, dir. Masaki Kobayashi (183 minutes)
Future Dates:
January 16, 2027
March 20, 2027
June 12, 2027
July 17, 2027
Kwaidan (怪談)
Be spellbound by an afternoon of Japanese ghost stories rendered masterfully in this 1964 film comprised of four distinct stories depicting vengeful spirits, supernatural warriors, and eerie apparitions. These enchantingly surreal tales stir every emotion, leaving viewers to contemplate the boundaries of existence. (color)
1936, dir. Masaki Kobayashi (183 minutes)
Future Dates:
January 16, 2027
March 20, 2027
June 12, 2027
July 17, 2027