While the rest of the world is flocking to the next Maze Runner or Hunger Games spectacular, Japan has produced one of the most impactful stories about the intelligence, resourcefulness […]
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Author: Aaron Mannino
Aaron Mannino is a Philadelphia area artist, film enthusiast, and some other things. He has made contributions on film analysis to the publication Korean Quarterly. Visit his blog or his website for writings and art-ings.
Best of NYAFF – Tokyo Tribe – Review
NY Asian Film Fest just wouldn’t be right without a Shion Sono flick. Tokyo Tribe, the maniac auteur’s gangland Hip-Hop fantasy, marks a new highpoint of his career and sets […]
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14th Annual NY Asian Film Festival – Review
“An object in motion stays in motion unless and equal or opposite force is acted upon it. An object at rest remains at rest unless and equal or opposite force is […]
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Aaron’s 2014 Films of Note
This was a sad year for film attendance on my part. There were dozens and dozens of films I wanted to see but I simply didn’t make the effort. […]
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Philly Asian American Film Fest
With the Philadelphia Asian American Film Fest starting tomorrow, Cinedelphia took a moment to get some insight from festival director Rob Buscher about how it comes together. Cinedelphia: Can you […]
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SHADY – Review
Ryouhei Watanabe’s Shady is a fantastic and ambiguous creature. It is a psychological thriller by way of character study and that’s what gives it such strength. The seeds of Shady’s […]
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NEW WORLD (Shinsekai Story) – Review
Young Beijinger Coco is used to certain kind of lifestyle. Though she first comes across like a brat it becomes clear that she is tired of rich idleness and her […]
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New Generation of J-Horror Showcase – Review
On the evening of April 5th, Philamoca was packed to the gills with an expectant audience. Tetsuki Ijichi, head of newly Philadelphia-based Tidepoint Pictures, introduces his selection of modern J-Horror […]
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SANGUIVOROUS – Review
Tidepoint Films is a daring and diverse distributor. Recently relocated to Philadelphia, Tidepoint brings with it a bevy of challenging underrepresented Asian cinema to the North American market. No exception […]
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PAAFF Round 2 – Review
Alas, this wonderful little festival has come to a close. I tip my hat to all involved in making this event possible, and for making it such an easeful experience. […]
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PAAFF – Round 1 Review
The Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival is underway! Yessssss! PAAFF has preserved the unique two-part format from years past, which is a great model in my opinion. It allows for […]
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