Director Cheuk Wan-chi and producer Jacqueline Liu discuss the inspiration for the riveting Vital Sign. This production not only strikes a chord with its local residents but also provides comfort to those living abroad who wrestle with a profound longing for their motherland.
Join acclaimed Korean director Lee Won-suk and late actor Lee Sun-kyun for a lively discussion about their gonzo-comedy "Killing Romance," a unique blend of romance, humor, and suspense that takes viewers on an unpredictable cinematic adventure.
Director Daishi Matsunaga takes us through the intimate landscapes of "Egoist," an LGBTQ+ narrative celebrated for its honest portrayal of love and connection. Matsunaga and actor Ryohei Suzuki explore the film's delicate approach to complex relationships.
Director Anshul Chauhan and lead actor Shogen discuss revenge, teenage murderers and uncertain forgiveness in Chauhan’s third feature film.
Unlocking the Mind Behind Monster: NYAFF Director Samuel Jamier Talks to Acclaimed Japanese Director Hirokazu Kore-eda.
Celebrated Japanese director Takumi Saitoh turns the horror genre on its head with "Home Sweet Home," which made its North American premiere at NYAFF 2023. In this podcast, Saitoh unpacks his innovative third feature, in which a perfect family's new house exposes everyone's darkest nightmares.
Award-winning Chinese documentary director Wang Bing joins the UNCAGED Podcast with documentary director Sun Ningyi to uncover the inspiration behind his Cannes and NYFF selected documentary Youth (Spring).
Writer-director Liu Siyi talks about how her own insomnia led to the initial drafts of her striking feature film debut Flaming Cloud, an exquisite homage to Disney movies and Chinese folklore.
Listen to talented performing artist Satoru Iguchi from J-pop sensation King Gnu and veteran screenwriter Chihiro Ito dive into the mesmerizing world of "In Her Room," Ito’s directorial debut about a shy dentist’s strange relationship with a woman living in a lush, plant-filled apartment.
Internationally acclaimed veteran auteur Junji Sakamoto talks about his wide-ranging career in cinema as well as the creative process behind his latest film, "Okiku and the World,: an aesthetically brilliant jidaigeki (period drama) about two “manure men” in Edo-era Japan.
The second episode features the Q&A session for the South Korean spy action film, "Phantom." Festival director Sam Jamier and lead actress Lee Hanee discuss how the film’s characters thrive amidst a perilous, male-dominated environment and take center stage within the narrative.
The debut episode goes behind the scenes of the chilling Hong Kong horror film, "Back Home," featuring the Q&A with singer-dancer-actor Anson Kong, renowned actress Bai Ling, and award-winning director Nate Ki after its world premiere at NYAFF this summer.
