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JFF Theater: THE 100th LOVE WITH YOU: A Bittersweet, Time-Bending Symphony of Love

The 100th Love with You follows Riku, a young man who possesses the extraordinary ability to travel through time using a magical vinyl record. When his girlfriend Aoi dies in a tragic traffic accident, Riku does not hesitate to rewind time repeatedly to save her life. Yet, despite his relentless efforts, the young woman’s tragic fate appears to be written in stone, forcing him into an endless cycle of desperate attempts to alter the inevitable.   Under the careful direction of Sho Tsukikawa, the screenplay of this story reveals itself to be far more complex and intricate than it initially appears. Tsukikawa masterfully balances a sweet exterior of a teenage romance packed with some excellent songs—bolstered by the fact that the female lead, Miwa, is a popular real-life Japanese singer—with a much deeper layer. Beneath the vibrant pop aesthetics, the film opens up an emotional, profound reflection on love and […]

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RESURRECTION Review: An Exquisite, Floating Dream For True Cinephiles

In a post-apocalyptic future where humanity has given up on dreaming, a woman uses old cinematic techniques to help a dying monster live different lives across a century. Through distinct dream chapters, the film explores the six senses recognized in Buddhist thought: sight, hearing, smell, taste, touch, and mind.  Following the hypnotic Long Day’s Journey Into Night, Bi Gan returns with an even more ambitious project. As if turning on an old cinema projector, the director invites the audience into a visually inventive journey through different eras of cinema with Shu Qi as master of ceremonies and Jackson Yee wandering through the screen as a spiritual guide for the audience. The film flows like a disjointed dream—an exquisite display of crafty skills that pays homage to German Expressionism, Akira Kurosawa, and Orson Welles. It culminates in a final, masterful long take delivered with the precision of a true artisan. This […]

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GIANT Review: A Striking Balance of Ego, Legacy, and Betrayal

Prince Naseem Hamed was a once-in-a-decade, completely unique phenomenon in the boxing world. He was a natural-born showman and an artist in the squared circle. However, his arrogance and distinct lack of respect for his opponents prevented him from ever truly capturing the public’s affection. His early retirement at just 28 years old—fueled by an inability to overcome his sole career defeat against the legendary Marco Antonio Barrera—combined with the bitter betrayal of his longtime trainer and mentor Brendan Ingle, caused his incredible athletic legacy to fade over time. Giant chooses to frame this gripping story primarily through the eyes of Ingle. The film serves as a faithful, meticulously detailed period piece that zeroes in on the delicate relationship between the fighter and his mentor. It explores how sudden fame, massive wealth, and an unmeasurable ego fractured their bond, leaving a division that would never truly heal.   Amir El-Masry […]

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