Screenplay: Mikio Yamazaki

Direction Mikio Yamazaki

Synopsis 100 Years After (1994) is a unique cinematic experience captured on 8mm film by the talented Japanese filmmaker Mikio Yamazaki. The documentary offers a personal and intimate perspective, providing viewers with a distinctive and authentic glimpse into the filmmaker's world.

Direction Mikio Yamazaki

Synopsis TBX (Noise Version) (S) (1982) is an experimental film captured on 8mm by the innovative Japanese filmmaker Mikio Yamazaki. This short film is a visual exploration of noise and abstract imagery, offering a unique and immersive experience for viewers.

Direction Mikio Yamazaki

Synopsis Chill-Out (S) (1984) follows Kumiko, the central figure, as she finds herself in a bizarre and dreamlike realm. The documentary's title is inspired by the album of the same name from the reggae band "Black Uhuru." The phrase "Chill-out" translates...

Direction Mikio Yamazaki

Cast Koichi Sato · Tomorô Taguchi · Toshitsugu Suzuki · Tsunekichi Suzuki

Synopsis Pu (1994) unfolds as a fantastical tale set on a remote northern island, within the village of the Pu tribe, a marginalized community. The narrative begins with the unexpected return of Kishore, a rogue who has been traversing the globe,...

Direction Masashi Yamamoto

Cast Kumiko Ohta · Kou Machida · Tuko Ueno · Cheebo

Synopsis Robinson's Garden (1987) follows the journey of a free-spirited young woman who embarks on a mission to transform a neglected industrial wasteland into a lush, green urban sanctuary. With a vision of creating a vibrant oasis amidst the concrete jungle,...

Direction Mikio Yamazaki

Cast Mikio Yamazaki · Ryo Kamioka · Keiko Teramoto · Kazumasa Teramoto

Synopsis The Cat Night (1992) is a cinematic work that was finalized and debuted in the year 1992. The film was captured and exhibited using 8mm film stock. It stands as one of the key features in the "Trilogy" series, positioned...

Direction Mikio Yamazaki

Synopsis Gootariputra (1999) is a unique cinematic experience captured on 8mm film by Japanese filmmaker Mikio Yamazaki. The documentary offers an intimate glimpse into the everyday existence of its central figure, Yamazaki himself. A bachelor, Yamazaki's life revolves around his love...

Direction Mikio Yamazaki

Synopsis The World Lies Down in Scrap (S) (1984) is a deeply personal documentary that marks the filmmaker's return to Tokyo. The film revolves around the profound event of the director's father's passing. It delves into the emotional journey of caring...

Direction Mikio Yamazaki

Synopsis Memory of Seaside (S) (1982) is a brief cinematic work captured on 8mm film by Japanese director Mikio Yamazaki in the year 1982. The documentary is composed of two distinct scenes: one depicting the act of slicing the back of...

Direction Mikio Yamazaki

Synopsis LetMeEndWithYou (S) (2003) is a documentary that revolves around a unique collaboration between a musician and a filmmaker. The project began when the musician, who created the soundtrack, requested a visual accompaniment. The filmmaker responded by crafting a video using...

Direction Isao Yamada · Mikio Yamazaki

Synopsis Filmletter★oufuku IV (1999) captures a unique period of collaboration between Isao Yamada and Mikio Yamazaki, set against the backdrop of Tokyo's vibrant film scene. During this time, the duo organized monthly screenings at La Camera in Nogizaka, which included planning...

Direction Mikio Yamazaki

Cast Mikio Yamazaki · Yoshiko Yamazaki · Shuntaro Yokoi

Synopsis Dreamed Lion Dreaming (S) (1996) is a poignant documentary that delves into the personal narrative of Mikio Yamazaki. The film recounts a genuine childhood memory involving a local store that housed a lion. Yamazaki revisits this significant location three decades...

Direction Mikio Yamazaki

Synopsis Goddess of 8mm film (S) (1994) is a short film that was initially shared online through an Apple service that allowed users to watch videos edited with iMovie for free. The creator, Mikio Yamazaki, recalls uploading "8mm Goddess" with English...

Direction Mikio Yamazaki

Synopsis My Night Heart (S) (2007) is a visually captivating documentary crafted by Japanese filmmaker Mikio Yamazaki, entirely shot on 8mm film. The documentary offers a unique and intimate perspective, delving into the personal and artistic journey of the filmmaker. Through...

Direction Mikio Yamazaki

Cast Ryo Kamioka · Kazumasa Teramoto · Yoshiyuki Kawaguchi

Synopsis A Port in Vain (1996) is a cinematic work that premiered in 1996. It is part of a trio of films known as the "Trilogy," alongside "Guiding Star" (1987) and "The Cat Night" (1992). Despite being grouped together, these three...

Direction Mikio Yamazaki

Synopsis Preparation to Take Off (S) (1987) captures the unfiltered perspective of elementary school children as they explore their surroundings with a camera. The documentary features raw, handheld footage shot by first to third graders, who were given the opportunity to...

Direction Mikio Yamazaki

Cast Ryo Kamioka · Keiko Teramoto

Synopsis V/M. Drifting (S) (1990) is an experimental film that explores the delicate balance between existence and non-existence. The director, Mikio Yamazaki, describes the filmmaking process as a gradual unveiling, much like removing layers of clothing, only to find an emptiness...

Direction Mikio Yamazaki

Synopsis Born in the Mud (S) (1986) is a deeply personal and experimental film, captured on 8mm. The documentary features the filmmaker clinging to a desk, intercepting police radio transmissions, and rummaging through small items in drawers. The narrative is interspersed...

Direction Mikio Yamazaki

Cast Ryo Kamioka · Keiko Teramoto · Kazumasa Teramoto · Yoshiyuki Kawaguchi

Synopsis Guiding Star (1987) chronicles the journey of a filmmaker who begins shooting a movie in April 1985 with his friend Ryo Kamioka as the lead. As the seasons change, the filmmaker takes on the role of both director and cinematographer,...

Direction Mikio Yamazaki

Synopsis The Landroute Goes to the Bottom of Night (S) (1985) explores the interplay between visual and auditory elements, focusing on the dynamics between the camera lens that records light and the microphone that captures sound. The film features a playful...