Kotone Furukawa in a still from 12 Suicidal Teens.
12 Suicidal Teens: blockbuster director explores Japan’s youth suicide issue
- Yukihiko Tsutsumi has been a prolific filmmaker over his 30-year career and now he turns to a story with a social message
- His latest film doesn’t rely on scene changes, instead using strong emotions and powerful acting
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Asian cinema: Japanese films
Kotone Furukawa in a still from 12 Suicidal Teens.
Kara Wai receives her award for best supporting actress on a good night for Hong Kong talent at the 2019 Asian Film Awards.
Asian Film Awards 2019 winners: Shoplifters named best picture; China, Japan and South Korea dominate
- Honour for Hirokazu Koreeda’s film about a family of petty criminals in Tokyo follows Oscar nomination and Palme d’Or win at Cannes festival in 2018
- Lee Chang-dong wins best director for psychodrama Burning, and Hong Kong cinema is recognised with best supporting actress and best new director prizes
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Asian cinema
Kara Wai receives her award for best supporting actress on a good night for Hong Kong talent at the 2019 Asian Film Awards.