[Tokyo Midtown Hibiya] The full lineup of films to be screened at the HIBIYA CINEMA FESTIVAL 2024, an experiential film festival starting in Hibiya, and talk session directors to appear have been announced.

On the first day, Friday, October 11th, we will be hosting a "Night Screen Premium Talk Show" with actor MEGUMI as a guest! For the first time, we will be having a "Red Carpet" in the viewing area, where you can feel like a Hollywood star!

Tokyo Midtown Hibiya will hold the "HIBIYA CINEMA FESTIVAL 2024" for 17 days from Friday, October 11th to Sunday, October 27th.

This year marks the 7th time that this event has been held as an annual event to enliven the "film and entertainment town of Hibiya," proposing "ways to enjoy films" from various perspectives. This time, the full lineup has been decided for the "Day Screen," which will screen world-famous masterpieces and popular works for free, and the "Night Screen," where directors and guests will take to the stage for talk sessions! New programs have also been decided, including a Kinema Junpo exhibition project and talk sessions focusing on young film directors. The event will enliven the film town of Hibiya with a wealth of content.

"Dayscreen" will screen a total of 18 films between Saturday, October 12th and Sunday, October 27th*. The lineup will be diverse, centered on masterpieces and blockbusters that are loved and talked about around the world, such as "Les Miserables," which is scheduled to be performed at the Imperial Theater this winter, and the monumental adventure films "The Goonies," "Stand by Me," and "Top Gun." In addition, on Wednesday, October 23rd, two Taiwanese films and dramas will be screened as part of a collaborative project with "TAIWAN MOVIE WEEK." *There will be no screenings from Tuesday, October 15th to Friday, October 18th.

Before the screening, directors and guests will appear on stage to hold talk sessions about behind-the-scenes stories. On the first day, MEGUMI, star of "Inazuma to Ai", will be the guest to host a "Night Screen Premium Talk Show". In the second half of the festival, from October 19th (Sat) to October 26th (Sat), eight popular Japanese films from recent years will be screened with English subtitles.

In addition, the "Red Carpet Area" will be making its first appearance at Hibiya Step Square, where the "Day Screen" and "Night Screen" will be held! Not only will it be there when guests take to the stage, but it will also be open to the public outside of screening times. It will be a photogenic spot where you can experience the feeling of being a Hollywood star.

In addition, we will hold the "HIBIYA KINEJUN MUSEUM", a collaborative exhibition project with Kinema Junpo, which is celebrating its 100th anniversary, and a talk session and film screening by four young filmmakers who will lead the next generation. Please enjoy the movie experience in Hibiya, which will be filled with movies.

Highlights of "HIBIYA CINEMA FESTIVAL 2024"

✓ "Dayscreen" features a luxurious lineup of 18 masterpieces and blockbuster hits from around the world

✓ "Night Screen" will mainly screen highly acclaimed Japanese films ✓ Before the screening, there will be a talk session with directors and guests <br /> On the first day, we will be holding a "Night Screen Premium Talk Show" with guest MEGUMI!

✓ The photogenic "Red Carpet" area makes its debut
<First appearance ! > "Red Carpet"

This year marks the 7th year of the event, and for the first time ever, a photogenic red carpet area will be featured at the main venue, Hibiya Step Square. This is a photo spot where you can feel like a Hollywood star while immersing yourself in the world of the movies.

✓HIBIYA KINEJUN MUSEUM also holds various collaborative projects such as exhibitions and conferences

"ndjc: Young Filmmakers Development Project 2023" Director's Talk

The entire lineup for [Day Screen] has been decided!
A total of 18 films will be broadcast, including timeless masterpieces that continue to fascinate people around the world, such as "The Shawshank Redemption," "Les Miserables," and "Stand by Me."

＜23rd (Wed) is a collaborative project with TAIWAN MOVIE WEEK＞
As part of a collaborative project with TAIWAN MOVIE WEEK, we will be screening two Taiwanese films and dramas starring popular actors for free.
~Films to be screened~
12:00~ / "Rebellion of Youth"
15:30～／"First Note of Love~Beautiful Love Melody"

The full lineup for [Night Screen] has been decided!
Guests related to the director and the films being screened will be on stage! Don't miss the subtitled screenings, mainly of Japanese films

From October 12th (Saturday) to October 14th (Monday, national holiday), there will be a joint screening of the "Women's Journalists Film Award" (director's appearance from 18:30 / screening from 19:00)
We will be welcoming film personality/film critic Satori Ito, who established the "Women's Journalists Film Awards," along with directors Naoko Ogigami and Keima Kawawada, and film writer/columnist Shiho Atsumi, to screen the award-winning works!

On the 11th (Friday), a "Night Screen Premium Talk Show" will be held before the screening of "Lightning in Love" <br /> On the first day of the event, we will be welcoming actor MEGUMI as a special guest to hold a "Night Screen Premium Talk Show." She will talk at length about her feelings for the works she has appeared in and her acting style. After the show, we will screen "Lightning in Love," which won the Women's Journalists Film Award and stars MEGUMI. Enjoy it along with MEGUMI's talk!

<MEGUMI's profile>
Born in Okayama Prefecture, Kurashiki City. Debuted in 2001. Making the most of her natural character, she has been active on TV and in magazines. In 2018, she made her first film appearance in "The Blood of Wolves," and has expanded her horizons to include film and TV drama appearances.
Winner of the Best Supporting Actress award at the 62nd Blue Ribbon Awards (2020).

<Profile of Satori Ito>
She is a film personality, a talker and writer about films. She hosts the YouTube actor talk show "The New Satori Ito and Her Film Friends." She provides film commentary on Fuji TV's "Mezamashi 8" and TBS TV's "Hiruobi," and film critiques on "Pia" and other publications. She has also released a book of film lines, "100 Selected Love Confessions." She is a judge for the Nikkan Sports Film Awards and the Japan Film Critics Awards. She is also the initiator of the Women's Journalists Film Awards.

[Time] 18:30-19:00 (scheduled) *The film will be screened after the talk session [Location] Tokyo Midtown Hibiya, Hibiya Step Square [Admission] Lottery reservations will be accepted from Tuesday, September 24th. Details will be announced on the special website for this event.

[Night Screen, Part 2]
Screening at the Toronto Japanese Film Festival in Hibiya from October 19th (Sat) to October 26th (Sat)
(Director's appearance from 18:30 / Screening from 19:00) *English subtitles available

The front viewing area of ​​the night screen will require advance reservations and a lottery system. Lottery applications will open on the HIBIYA CINEMA FESTIVAL official website from 13:00 on Tuesday, September 24th. Winners will be announced in early October.

The theme of the day screen and night screen venue is "Nagara Cinema"!
This year, the "Red Carpet" area will be available for the first time, allowing you to feel like a Hollywood star!

Hibiya Step Square has five "Nagara Zones" where you can enjoy movies in a variety of ways. This year, for the first time, there will also be an area with a red carpet! It's a photogenic spot where you can not only watch movies, but also feel like a Hollywood star while immersing yourself in the world of the movie.

～Area Map～

<First appearance> Red carpet <br /> This year marks the 7th year of the event, and for the first time, an area with a red carpet will be set up. This is a photogenic spot where you can feel like a Hollywood star while immersed in the world of movies. You can enjoy it even outside of movie screening times.

<Renewal!> Stairs Zone ~Let's talk~
A photogenic space with rugs and cushions for enjoying movies

Cafe Table Zone ~While Eating~
A zone where you can enjoy movies with takeaway food in the theater

＜NEW!＞Palette Zone ~Gathering Together~
A zone where you can gather with family and friends to enjoy movies together

Yogibo Hammock Zone ~Relaxing~
A zone where you can lie down and relax while enjoying a movie.

Infinity Chair Zone ~Immerse yourself~
An immersive zone where you can fully enjoy a movie in a single seat

HIBIYA CINEMA FESTIVAL x Kinema Junpo 100th Anniversary Collaborative Exhibition
"HIBIYA KINEJUN MUSEUM"

Kinema Junpo has been in publication since 1919 and is the world's oldest surviving film magazine, celebrating its 100th anniversary. This year, as a commemorative exhibition, we will be exhibiting content that gives a glimpse into the deep perspectives of filmmakers, such as covers related to films screened at HIBIYA CINEMA FESTIVAL 2024, valuable interviews from the time that could only be seen in the magazine, and shooting reports! Learning about the passion of film professionals and the stories behind the silver screen will make you enjoy movies even more. Please drop by before or after watching a movie.

[Dates] Friday, October 11th to Wednesday, November 6th, 2024
[Location] Tokyo Midtown Hibiya B1 Hibiya Arcade [Organizer] Tokyo Midtown Hibiya / Hibiya Area Management General Incorporated Association [Cooperation] Kinema Junpo Co., Ltd.

Enjoy talks by up-and-coming film directors and screenings of their works
"ndjc: Young Filmmakers Development Project 2023" Director's Talk

The Agency for Cultural Affairs' "ndjc: Young Filmmakers Development Project" has produced many talented film directors since 2006 with the aim of discovering and nurturing young filmmakers who will lead the next generation. This time, a talk session and screening of the works of the most recent directors selected in 2023 will be held at BASEQ HALL. This is a must-see for those who are aiming to apply in the future.

[Films and directors (from left)]
"Where is the Light?" Director: Noda Remi "The Girl at the Back Door" Director: Yamamoto Touma "Bright News" Director: Jo Shinya "Love Burns Red" Director: Nishiguchi Kou

[Date] Sunday, October 20, 2024
[Location] Tokyo Midtown Hibiya 6F BASEQ HALL
[Organizer] Visual Industry Promotion Organization (VIPO)
[Cooperation] Tokyo Midtown Hibiya [Application] Scheduled to start on Tuesday, September 24th on the HIBIYA CINEMA FESTIVAL official website.

HIBIYA CINEMA FESTIVAL2024 × TOHO CINEMAS HIBIYA Collaborative Project
Limited time offer! The ultimate movie experience at the "Premium Theater"

As a special event for the HIBIYA CINEMA FESTIVAL 2024, TOHO Cinemas Hibiya will be screening "RRR", "The Greatest Showman", "Top Gun: Maverick", "The Greatest Showman", and "Bohemian Rhapsody" at the TCX®-compatible Premium Theater (Screen 1) for four days only from October 21st (Mon) to 24th (Thu). With meticulous attention to detail in the images, sound, and seats, you can enjoy the "best movie experience" at TOHO Cinemas' high-end Premium Theater.

[Films being screened (from left)]
10/21 (Monday) 19:00~ (Subtitles) “RRR”
*The screening is scheduled to end on Monday, October 21st. This is your last chance to see the film at TOHO Cinemas Hibiya!
10/22 (Tue) 19:00 ~ (subtitled) "The Greatest Showman"
10/23 (Wed) 19:00 ~ (subtitles) "Top Gun Maverick"
10/24 (Thu) 19:00 ~ (subtitled) "Bohemian Rhapsody"

A ticket is required for entry.
For inquiries, please call TOHO Cinemas Hibiya at 050-6868-5068 and speak to an operator.
(Hours: 10:00-21:00)

[Date] October 21st (Monday) / October 22nd (Tuesday) / October 23rd (Wednesday) / October 24th (Thursday), 2024
[Time] 19:00~
[Location] Tokyo Midtown Hibiya 4th floor TOHO Cinemas Hibiya [Organizer] TOHO Cinemas Hibiya

Enjoy delicious take-out food along with an outdoor cinema!
Tokyo Midtown Hibiya Shops & Restaurants Takeout Gourmet

We are introducing a total of 18 takeaway menu items that you can enjoy while eating from the restaurants in the building! Please also take a look at the special menu items developed for this occasion. This is the only time you can enjoy movies and gourmet food at the same time!

"Paktto! TAKEOUT" Overview [Date] Friday, October 11, 2024 to Sunday, November 10, 2024
[Location] Tokyo Midtown Hibiya, various stores within the building

Overview of "HIBIYA CINEMA FESTIVAL 2024"

[Date and time] October 11th (Friday) to October 27th (Sunday), 2024
<Day Screen> October 12th (Sat) to 14th (Mon, holiday), October 19th (Sat) to 27th (Sun)
12:00-17:00 * Screening times vary depending on the film. Night Screen: October 11th (Friday) to 14th (Monday, national holiday), October 19th (Saturday) to 26th (Saturday)
Talk session: 18:30-19:00
Screening: From 7:00 p.m. End time varies depending on the film. *Rain or shine, but may be canceled if the weather is stormy (some content may be canceled if it is rainy or stormy).
[Admission] Free. Free entry and exit. *Some areas of the night screen require prior reservations.
[Location] Tokyo Midtown Hibiya, Hibiya Step Square, etc. [Organizer] Tokyo Midtown Hibiya / Hibiya Area Management General Incorporated Association [Supporter] Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Japan [Sponsor] TOHO Cinemas Co., Ltd., Taiwan Creative Content Agency
[Supported by] Women's Journalists Film Award Supported by Eican!, Toronto Japanese Cultural Centre, MomoFilms, Yogibo
[URL] https://www.hibiya.tokyo-midtown.com/hibiya-cinema-festival/
*Details about the event, such as screening schedules, will be released on the special website.

[Tokyo Midtown Hibiya] Press release

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