Retrospective is a regular series showcasing bodies of work from an extended period of activity by filmmakers of different eras. Devoted to the region’s film history, contributions and movements within the industries in Asia, the platform focuses on particular profiles, themes and aesthetics to allow audiences to experience past and ongoing cinematic transformations.

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About the programme

Presented in Singapore for the first time, embark on a captivating exploration of Yoshimitsu Morita (1950–2011), a cinematic luminary, who crafted a compelling and diverse body of work that delves deep into the intricate tapestry of Japanese society. From the whimsical comedy of his debut Something Like It (1981) to the breakthrough success of the black comedy The Family Game (1983), and explorations in melodrama, hard-boiled narratives, pink film, and romantic drama, Morita’s films resonate with surreal touches, unexpected twists, and bold visual compositions. With a distinct sensitivity to societal nuances and a unique way of highlighting the absurdities of life, Morita’s oeuvre offers a special lens through which to view familiar themes. Dive into a world where the ordinary meets the extraordinary, exploring the rich, surprising expression of a true visionary in Japanese cinema.

Retrospective: Yoshimitsu Morita runs from 4-19 October 2024 at Oldham Theatre.

The programme is held in conjunction with the 2024 Japanese Film Festival Singapore, and is made possible with the generous support of the Japan Foundation. 

Programme

Come on Girls! (シブがき隊 ボーイズ＆ガールズ) (1982)
Top Stripper (（本）噂のストリッパー) (1982)
Family Game (家族ゲーム) (1983) *4K RESTORATION*
Deaths in Tokimeki (ときめきに死す) (1984)
And Then (それから) (1985)
Love and Action in Osaka (悲しい色やねん) (1988)
Haru (ハル) (1996)
Lost Paradise (失楽園) (1997)
Keiho (39 刑法第三十九条) (1999)

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