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Celebrating Yōjirō Takita
Wed Dec 10, 7:00 PM
Lamakaan
So, as the winter evenings in December unfold at Lamakaan, audiences will journey through Takita’s cinematic universe—where humor, history, and humanity converge. Each Wednesday promises not just a film screening, but an immersion into the delicate art of storytelling that made Yōjirō Takita a legend.
About the Director: Yōjirō Takita, born on December 4, 1955. Known worldwide for his Academy Award-winning masterpiece Departures (2008), Takita’s journey from comic pink films to historical epics and deeply human dramas reflects a rare versatility. His works resonate because they transform intimate Japanese traditions into universal stories, inviting audiences to reflect on life, death, and the quiet dignity of human connection. Takita’s style is marked by emotional subtlety and cultural depth, weaving humor, ritual, and tenderness into cinematic experiences that linger long after the screen fades. His impact lies in bridging tradition with modern storytelling, proving that local narratives can achieve global acclaim.
Film Title: THE BATTERY | 2007 | 119 Mins | Japan | Japanese Language with English Subtitles
About the film: Based on Atsuko Asano’s acclaimed novel, the film follows prodigious pitcher Takumi Harada, who moves to a new town and struggles to find a catcher worthy of his powerful throws. His encounter with the earnest Gou Nagakura sparks both friendship and rivalry, as the two boys form a “battery” that tests the limits of trust, ambition, and adolescence. Blending sports action with tender coming-of-age themes, the story captures the intensity of youthful dreams and the fragile bonds that shape them.
Screening followed by Discussion. All are Welcome. Entry is free and open to all!
About the Director: Yōjirō Takita, born on December 4, 1955. Known worldwide for his Academy Award-winning masterpiece Departures (2008), Takita’s journey from comic pink films to historical epics and deeply human dramas reflects a rare versatility. His works resonate because they transform intimate Japanese traditions into universal stories, inviting audiences to reflect on life, death, and the quiet dignity of human connection. Takita’s style is marked by emotional subtlety and cultural depth, weaving humor, ritual, and tenderness into cinematic experiences that linger long after the screen fades. His impact lies in bridging tradition with modern storytelling, proving that local narratives can achieve global acclaim.
Film Title: THE BATTERY | 2007 | 119 Mins | Japan | Japanese Language with English Subtitles
About the film: Based on Atsuko Asano’s acclaimed novel, the film follows prodigious pitcher Takumi Harada, who moves to a new town and struggles to find a catcher worthy of his powerful throws. His encounter with the earnest Gou Nagakura sparks both friendship and rivalry, as the two boys form a “battery” that tests the limits of trust, ambition, and adolescence. Blending sports action with tender coming-of-age themes, the story captures the intensity of youthful dreams and the fragile bonds that shape them.
Screening followed by Discussion. All are Welcome. Entry is free and open to all!