Kore-eda Hirokazu Hails Japanese Cinema’s Global Moment as Ninomiya Kazunari, Academy’s Amy Homma and ‘Kokuho’ Producer Murata Chieko Take Stage at Kering Women in Motion Tokyo Event

Kore-eda Hirokazu said Japanese films are attracting more international attention than they did a decade ago, crediting younger directors and their growing recognition overseas. At a Tokyo film event, speakers discussed how to pass that momentum on and make the industry more inclusive.

Actor Ninomiya Kazunari said international productions can encourage more questions and collaborative problem-solving on set. Producer Murata Chieko, whose film “Kokuho” received acclaim abroad and an Oscar nomination for makeup and hairstyling, stressed the value of welcoming different cultural perspectives. Academy Museum director Amy Homma argued that varied backgrounds and ways of thinking strengthen creative teams.