[National Film Archive] Announcement of Screening Event: “Film Director Hirokazu Kore-eda”

Hirokazu Kore-eda (1962-), who consistently presents relevant themes and delicate visual expression in each of his works, is considered a leading contemporary Japanese filmmaker both in Japan and internationally. The National Film Archive, in collaboration with Bunfuku Co., Ltd., will be holding a special screening event , "Film Director Hirokazu Kore-eda," to look back on his achievements, starting June 2nd (Tuesday).

After joining the television production company Television Man Union, Kore-eda gained recognition as a TV documentary director, and in 1995, he released his first feature film, "Maborosi." Utilizing his documentary experience, he established his own methodology and became an internationally recognized figure. His 2018 film "Shoplifters" won the Palme d'Or, the highest award at the 71st Cannes International Film Festival.
This year, we have two upcoming releases: "The Sheep in the Box" (opening nationwide on May 29th), starring Haruka Ayase and Daigo (Chidori), and "Look Back," a live-action film adaptation of Tatsuki Fujimoto's manga of the same name.

This project is the first large-scale retrospective screening in Japan to focus on the entire career of filmmaker Hirokazu Kore-eda. It features 24 programs (30 works) , including feature films, early TV documentaries, and TV dramas, offering insights into Kore-eda's artistic identity.

Highlights

▼ A special screening tracing Kore-eda's filmography.

From his debut feature film " Maborosi " (1995), which impressed with the emergence of a new talent, to " Monster " (2023), a collaboration with screenwriter Yuji Sakamoto that garnered attention and won the Best Screenplay and Queer Palm awards at the 76th Cannes International Film Festival, this exhibition traces Hirokazu Kore-eda's filmography spanning approximately 30 years. New prints and DCPs have been created for 11 of his feature films.

▼ A rare opportunity to watch early TV documentaries and TV dramas on the big screen.

Two of Kore-eda's early TV documentaries, which he himself says "shaped the direction of my work afterward"—" But… In an Era of Welfare Cuts " (1991) and " Another Education: A Record of the Spring Class at Ina Elementary School " (1991)—will be screened as special presentations. In addition, all 10 episodes of " Going My Home " (2012), Kore-eda's first television drama series, which was screened at the Rotterdam International Film Festival in 2013, will be shown on the big screen in Japan for the first time.

▼ A star-studded lineup of guests will gather for the talk event!

A talk event featuring director Hirokazu Kore-eda and guests will also be held. The guests will include Arata Iura (actor), who has established himself in the film industry through Kore-eda's works such as his debut film "Wonderful Life" (1999) and "DISTANCE" (2001); Lily Franky (painter, writer, actor), who has shown an unparalleled presence in films such as "Like Father, Like Son" (2013) and "Shoplifters" (2018); Yayako Uchida (essayist), daughter of Kirin Kiki, who has appeared in many of Kore-eda's films; Yutaka Yamazaki (cinematographer), who has played a significant role in the visual expression of Kore-eda's works; Mikiya Takimoto (photographer, filmmaker), and other distinguished guests!

Films to be screened (24 programs, 30 films in total)

★ indicates a new print screening.

1. *Maboroshi no Hikari* (1995)
2. *Wonderful Life* (1999)
3. “DISTANCE” (2001)★
4. "Nobody Knows" (2004) ★
5. Hana yori mo Naho (2006)
6. *Still Walking* (2008) ★
7. "To Be Okay, Cocco's Never-Ending Journey" (2008)
8. *Air Doll* (2009) ★
9. *Miracle* (2011) ★
10. "Going My Home Episode 1/2" (2012)
11. "Going My Home Episode 3/4" (2012)
12. "Going My Home Episode 5/6" (2012)
13. "Going My Home, Episodes 7 & 8" (2012)
14. "Going My Home Episode 9/10" (2012)
15. Like Father, Like Son (2013)
16. *Our Little Sister* (2015)
17. "Ishibumi" (2016)
18. *After the Storm* (2016)
19. *The Third Murder* (2017)
20. Shoplifters (2018)
21. The Truth (2019)
22. Baby Broker (2022)
23. “Monster” (2023)
[Special screening]
24. Hirokazu Kore-eda's early TV documentary collection "But… In an Era of Welfare Cuts" (1991)
"Another Kind of Education: A Record of the Spring Class at Ina Elementary School" (1991)

Event Overview

Project Title: Film Director Hirokazu Kore-eda (English Title: Hirokazu Kore-eda Retrospective)
Dates: June 2 (Tue) – 28 (Sun), 2026 *Closed on Mondays Venue: National Film Archive, Nagase Memorial Hall OZU (2nd floor)
Organizers: National Film Archive of Japan, Bunfuku Co., Ltd. Website: https://www.nfaj.go.jp/film-program/kore-eda202606
Inquiries: 050-5541-8600 (Hello Dial)
Tickets: General admission 1300 yen, High school/University students/Seniors (65+) 1100 yen, Elementary/Junior high school students 900 yen, Persons with disabilities (one accompanying person allowed in principle)/Campus Members 800 yen

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Information on the release of Hirokazu Kore-eda's new film.

"The Sheep in the Box"
Officially selected for the competition section of the 79th Cannes International Film Festival, the film was brought home by a couple who had lost their son.
It was a humanoid.
Director, screenwriter, and editor: Hirokazu Kore-eda Cast: Haruka Ayase, Daigo (Chidori)
Distributed by: Toho, Gaga
Opening nationwide on May 29, 2026 (Friday) at TOHO Cinemas Hibiya and other theaters. ©2026 Fuji Television Network, GAGA, Toho, AOI Pro.
Official website: https://gaga.ne.jp/hakononakanohitsuji/

Look Back
Original story by Tatsuki Fujimoto, "Look Back" (published by Shueisha Jump Comics)
Director/Screenplay/Editor: Hirokazu Kore-eda Distribution: K2 Pictures
Released in 2026 © Tatsuki Fujimoto/Shueisha ©2026 K2 Pictures・Shueisha Official website: https://k2pic.com/film/lb

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