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RIFF Day 9 – Symbol by Hitoshi Matsumoto

October 6, 2010October 2, 2010 by Pu

What do a Mexican wrestler and a Japanese man in pajamas have in common? Nothing, you will say. Yes, nothing, I will reply. But you know, I think Hitoshi Matsumoto might have a different idea on this matter. To this question he will probably show you his film Symbol as a reply. How do you … Read the full article →

RIFF Day 3 – Dai-Nipponjin by Hitoshi Matsumoto

September 26, 2010September 26, 2010 by Pu

Do you think life is easy for superheroes? If you do, then you should watch Dai-Nipponjin (approximately translated in English as Big Man Japan). In the mockumentary style, the film by Hitoshi Matsumoto sheds light on the private life of Masaru Daisato, aka Dai-Nipponjin, the last defender of Japan and also the last in his … Read the full article →