Japanese Film Festival 2026 – A Window into Contemporary Japan
This year's Japanese Film Festival presents a carefully curated selection of contemporary Japanese films that reflect the emotional depth and social realities of modern Japan. Through stories of family, craftsmanship, belonging, and personal transformation, the programme reveals the quiet richness and complexity of everyday life.
More than a film showcase, the festival serves as a cultural bridge, offering New Zealand audiences the opportunity to experience Japan through some of Japan's finest contemporary films.
All films are presented in Japanese with English subtitles.
Academy Cinemas warmly invite you to join them in celebrating the richness and diversity of Japanese cinema.
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