《Overview》This film was conceived and produced by Misaki Mizumura, an actor. With a desire to create a film that could encourage women to pursue their dreams, the theme revolves around the challenges of balancing motherhood and dreams, and depicts the struggles of women who continue to chase their dreams while discovering hope without giving up. Yukiko's character serves as a representative, showcasing the difficulty of letting go of dreams even after becoming a mother, despite the lack of understanding from her unsupportive husband and mother-in-law. What is it that gave Yukiko hope? 《Synopsis》Yukiko, the protagonist, balances her role as a mother with her unyielding dream of becoming an actress. However, she struggles to stand up against her unsupportive husband and mother-in-law who dismiss her dreams. Is it forbidden for a mother to have dreams? What is it that saves Yukiko from this predicament? 子どもの頃から芝居を続けてきた主人公・由紀子(30) は、4 歳の愛娘・愛奈を抱えながらも夢を諦めずにいる。ある時、由紀子に大きなチャンスが舞い込んでくる。だが、“女優”という仕事に理解のない夫・裕典に「もう夢見てる歳じゃない」「そういうのはずっとやることじゃない」 等と言われ、愛奈を抱いて家を飛び出す由紀子。子どもをもつ母親は夢を持ってはいけないのだろうか。そんな由紀子を救ってくれたものは・・・？ 原案・企画・プロデュース・主演を俳優、水村美咲が手掛けた作品。監督は、水村美咲自身が信頼と尊敬、憧れを持っていた松本動監督に直談判をして引き受けて貰う。2022年1月『水村美咲映画製作委員会』立ち上げから約一年で短編『在りのままで咲け』、そしてその姉妹作となる長編『在りのままで進め』の二作品を完成させた。

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Let It Be: Bloom     在りのままで咲け

This short film takes viewers on an inspiring and intriguing visit with PJ and Roy Hirabayashi, whose lifelong partnership is dedicated to taiko, the Japanese drum. After founding San Jose Taiko 50 years ago, they became innovators by combining Japanese folk taiko with complex polyrhythms from American and other musical influences to form an original Japanese American musical art form. Their style of ensemble taiko has now spread across the US and worldwide. They have been honored by the Smithsonian and NEA, among others. We also learn how PJ and Roy found purpose by using taiko as a platform for Japanese American identity, social change, and community-building. The film incorporates the Japanese philosophy of "ma," or negative space, a crucial component in Japanese art that allows a pause to consider unseen elements that can give greater power to the whole. It's also structured around cultural values brought from Japan, such as "gaman," which means to persevere, and "ishhokenmei," to work with utmost effort. Our film title, "Because of You, I Am," is from the Japanese phrase "okagesamade," which refers to the ancestors who paved the way for the following generations. For our subjects, PJ and Roy Hirabayashi, this means immigrants from Japan, including their grandparents, who persevered against many obstacles to pave the way for them to build their lives here in America. The title has a double meaning as viewers will learn that PJ &amp; Roy have been together for over 50 years, dedicating their lives to each other and the art of Taiko. Through their story, viewers learn about the tragic history of anti-Asian racism Japanese Americans endured during WWII. As Roy and PJ point out, anti-Asian hate is on the rise again in the US, so they continue to struggle against injustice and strengthen their community. Our subjects persevered against great odds to build a singular, creative life together as artists, educating and inspiring generations of taiko drummers. Their story serves as a reminder of the transformative power of the arts and education. この短編映画は、生涯にわたるパートナーシップを日本の太鼓に捧げてきた PJ とロイ・ヒラバヤシとの刺激的で興味深い旅の物語です。50 年前にサンノゼ太鼓を設立した後、彼らは日本の民俗太鼓とアメリカやその他の音楽の影響を受けた複雑なポリリズムを組み合わせ、日系アメリカ人独自の音楽芸術を形成することで革新者となりました。彼らのアンサンブル太鼓のスタイルは、現在、米国全土および世界中に広まっています。彼らは、スミソニアン博物館や NEA などから表彰されています。また、PJ とロイが、日系アメリカ人のアイデンティティ、社会変革、コミュニティ構築のプラットフォームとして太鼓を使用することで、どのように目的を見出したかについても学びます。 この映画には、日本の芸術において重要な要素である「間」、つまりネガティブ スペースという日本の哲学が取り入れられています。この哲学は、全体をより強力にすることができる目に見えない要素について考えるためのひと休みを可能にします。また、この映画は、日本から持ち込まれた文化的価値観、つまり「頑張る」や「一生懸命働く」といった価値観に基づいて構成されています。 私たちの映画のタイトル「あなたのお陰で私は存在する」は、次の世代のために道を切り開いた先祖を意味する日本語の「おかげさまで」から来ています。私たちの主人公であるPJとロイ・ヒラバヤシにとって、これは祖父母を含む日本からの移民を意味し、彼らは多くの障害を乗り越えてアメリカでの生活を築く道を切り開きました。タイトルには二重の意味があり、視聴者はPJとロイが50年以上一緒に暮らし、お互いと太鼓の芸術に人生を捧げてきたことを知るでしょう。 彼らの物語を通して、視聴者は第二次世界大戦中に日系アメリカ人が耐えたアジア人差別の悲劇的な歴史について学びます。ロイとPJが指摘するように、米国ではアジア人に対する憎悪が再び高まっているため、彼らは不正と闘い続け、コミュニティを強化しています。私たちの被写体は、困難を乗り越え、アーティストとして独創的な人生を築き上げ、何世代にもわたる太鼓奏者に教育と刺激を与えてきました。彼らの物語は、芸術と教育の変革力を思い出させてくれます。

Because of You, I Am,

A lone female student spends her summer holiday hanging around an empty highschool. A female teacher tries to befriend her but with little to no success. The student then meets a biology teacher who is boiling a bat carcass in the corner of the schoolyard. 夏休みの高校に、孤独な女子生徒がいた。近づこうとする女教師にも心を開かない。女子生徒は校庭の片隅で死んだコウモリを煮ている生物の教師と出会う。

Deep Bones   深骨

The hitman was successfully completing the work arranged by the intermediary every day.One day, however, the assassin discovers the dead body of the mediator and challenges the enemy hitman who was there to a duel. The assassin wins the duel, but loses his right eye.The hit man retires from active duty and sets out on a new path to become a mediator.

THE CONTRACT KILLER

<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/eventive-static/b36fd53e75789a262c0f9899d3e6d4e6.png" width="168"> Main cast Himukaizer and other theater in-person !! "Legendary Hero Himukaizer THE MOVIE" was started as a "Children's Dream Support Project" with the desire to let the children of Miyazaki know the fun of entertainment!It was filmed in various locations in Kadogawa Town, Miyazaki Prefecture. Many locals participated as extras, and most of the actors selected through auditions had no acting experience. Local children also worked on character designs as part of their school-related work experience. 宮崎の北部に位置する門川町には、ほんの少しの特殊能力を持つこどもたちが集まる放課後学校があった。その能力者たちは「おずむ衆」と呼ばれ、かつて神々と共に空から侵略者を封印した者たちの末裔であった。そんな中オッタマゲートは闇の帝王を呼び覚ますため、おずむ衆の能力を利用し、神話最古の神殺し「カグツチ」の復活を目論む。果たしてヒムカイザーたちはオッタマゲートの陰謀を阻止することが出来るのか！？

Himukaizer    天尊降臨 ヒムカイザー

Yuzuki, a 5th-grade elementary school student, saw a movie and tells her best friend Nichika, "I wish I had a supernatural power." Then Nichika replies, "I have a supernatural power." What is her supernatural power? There is a reason why Yuzuki wants a supernatural power—. 小5のユヅキは、親友のニチカに「わたしも超能力がほしい」と話す。するとニチカは「わたし、超 能力あるよ」と返した。そのやりとりは、ユヅキの弟、級友のミズエ、ユウキらを巻き込んで、思わ ぬ波紋を巻き起こす。はたしてユヅキが超能力を欲しがった隠されていた理由とは?

I Wish I Had a Supernatural Power         超能力がほしい

The atmosphere in the family shows mutual trust and affection. However, only the eldest daughter, Chika, knows about her father's infidelity. She tries in every possible way to reform her father, but gradually she begins to see her own family, which she had not been able to see before. 家族が纏う空気から、互いへの信頼、愛情が感じ取れる。ただ、長女の知夏だけが父の不倫を知っている。どうにかして家族の形を元に戻さないといけないと思い、あらゆる方法で父を改心させようとするが、次第に今まで見えていなかった「自分の家族」が見えてくる。

Bird’s eye　鳥の目

Japan is so sensitive to smell that there is a term called "smelly harassment. Mai, a college student delirious helper with an armpit cancer complex, is strongly criticized by a customer today because of the smell of her own armpits. Meanwhile, the gap in romantic experience is widening among Japanese youths, and those men and women who are called "romantically weak" often have a complex about their own romantic experiences. Makoto, a male university student, is one of them. He was rejected by Mai's friend Erena because of his virginity, and his own complex makes him feel inferior. One day, Makoto calls Mai at a delicatessen in order to graduate. Mai tries to hide her armpit cancer, but Makoto finds out. However, Makoto gently kisses Mai's armpit. Mai, who has accepted her complex, is attracted to Makoto. ......However, Makoto still seems to like Erena. Mai is depressed to learn this fact. Meanwhile, Makoto tells Erena that he has lost his virginity, but she brushes him off, saying, "That's not what I meant. Makoto is depressed. Makoto is depressed, but then he notices Mai's feelings and kindness. スメルハラスメントという言葉があるほど、臭いに敏感な日本。ワキガにコンプレックスを持つ女子大生のデリヘル嬢·まいは、今日も自身の脇のにおいが原因で客に強く当たられる。 一方、日本の若者の間では、恋愛経験の格差も広がり、恋愛弱者と呼ばれる男女は、自分の恋愛経験にコンプレックスを持っていることが多い。男子大学生·誠もその一人で、まいの友達·絵梨奈に童貞が理由でフラれ、自身のコンプレックスにより劣等感を抱く。 ある日、誠が卒業するためにデリヘルでまいを呼ぶ。まいはワキガを隠そうとするが、誠にバレてしまう。しかし、誠はまいの腋にそっとキスをする。自分のコンプレックスを受け入れられたまいは、誠に惹かれていく……。だが、誠は相変わらず絵梨奈のことが好きらしい。その事実を知りまいは落ち込む。一方で誠は童貞を卒業したことを絵梨奈に伝えるが、「そういうことじゃない」と絵梨奈に一蹴される。落ち込んでいる誠。その時にまいの気持ちや優しさ気づいていく。

Midnight Novellette    真夜中のノヴェレッテ

Kamimine Town Saga Prefecture Anime Ep1-13In the heart of Saga Prefecture lies Kamimine-cho, a small town with big&nbsp;dreams, harnessing the power of anime to celebrate its heritage and&nbsp;forge a bright future.&nbsp;Our YouTube PR channel boasts over 17 million views.&nbsp;Don't miss the world premiere of the 13-episode animated series, each 5 minutes long and now subtitled in English.&nbsp;Recently awarded first place in the regional development category at the Kyoto Ani-Monozukuri Awards on YouTube in Japan! Meet Minamoto no Tametomo, a master archer and&nbsp;unparalleled&nbsp;military leader from Japan's rich history, in our thrilling new anime adventure!&nbsp;The theme song and visuals feature a collaboration between Japanese rock music legends "Unicorn" and esteemed animation studio "Production I.G"!Embark on a journey to Kamimine-cho, the captivating setting of our story, and&nbsp;unlock the mysteries hidden within its mesmerizing landscape.&nbsp; (745words) 佐賀県上峰町　短編アニメ「鎮西八郎為朝」全話(第1話～第13話)小さな町佐賀県上峰町が歴史と伝説のアニメ化で町の未来をつくる！&nbsp;上峰町のYouTube PRチャンネルは1700万再生回数を超える人気ぶり。1話5分、全13話のシリーズアニメを今回英語字幕化して世界に上映（配信）。日本のYouTube、京都アニものづくりアワードの地方創生部門でNo1を獲得した本格アニメです。 アニメの主人公は平安時代の最強武将弓の達人「源為朝」。&nbsp;主題歌・映像は日本の音楽レジェンド「ユニコーン」× アニメ「Production I.G」と最強タッグ！ぜひ物語の地、上峰町へも遊びに来てください&nbsp;

TAMETOMO     鎮西八郎為朝

Shunsuke once chased his dreams, but they slipped through his fingers, leaving him with nothing but heartbreak and a reluctance to face his true self. Years later, by a twist of fate, he crosses paths with his former lover, Ami. In a moment driven by a sudden wave of emotion, he tells her a small, innocent lie. However, Ami is now married, living in the quiet happiness of a new life. As the two ride together, the passing scenery outside the car window becomes a canvas for the unspoken truths and lingering questions in their hearts. Shunsuke, at last, resolves to confront himself once more—but the resolution comes with a bittersweet taste, one that lingers long after the journey ends. 過去に夢を追い、挫折し、恋人と別れ、自らと向かい合うことから逃げていた主人公　俊介。ある日俊介は、偶然かつての恋人あみと数年ぶりに出会い、とっさに小さな嘘をついてしまう、、、一方あみは既に結婚して幸せな暮らしをしていた。そして二人を乗せた車は走り出し、流れる車窓を背景に途切れた心の答え合わせをする、、、やがて俊介は再び自らと向かい合う決意をするが、、ほろ苦い結末が待っていた。

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