Japan On Film
Film StoriesAnime, kaiju, J-horror, exploitation, and everything in between—Japan has been producing some of the most interesting and creative movies for decades. In JAPAN ON FILM, author and Japanese film lecturer Perry Constantine and his guests will introduce you to the wide, wonderful, and sometimes weird world of Japanese films. We not only review, but also use these movies to provide some education on J... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 126 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Film ReviewsTV & FilmFilm History | |||
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This episode, Perry is joined by podcaster, game designer, and returning guest KJ Brown to discuss the vibrantly depressing Memories of Matsuko.
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In this episode, Perry is joined by fellow podcaster Jim Cannon to discuss Akira Kurosawa's 1958 film, The Hidden Fortress and its influence on George Lucas and Star Wars.
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This season, we're covering two of Takashi Miike's films. And in this episode, Japanese film expert and returning guest Jennifer Upton is here to discuss the very bizarre Yakuza Apocalypse.
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"Better a pig than a fascist" is the famous line from Studio Ghibli's Porco Rosso. Film critic Alexander Scott joins the show to dive into this pulpy adventure.
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Apple Podcasts5smalltowncinema
United States6 years ago - Insightful Material for All Audiences
[My name is Michael Hale and, as a disclamir, I was fortunate enough to have interviewed the host of Japan on Film for a forthcoming episode release]
I have long adored Japanese film ever since I watched Tokyo Story many, many years ago. In the West, in my opinion, popular reviews of Japanese media tend to focus on samurai, anime, or some manner of combination. I was excited when the Japan on Film podcast launched just because Yojimbo was to be the first episode covered, but what convinced me i... more
Apple Podcasts5KMPPodcastUnited States7 years ago - Great way to learn about Japanese film
If you're looking to get some background and context on classic Japanese films, this is the place to start. Looking forward to more!
Apple Podcasts5chevylovindudeUnited States7 years ago - Great Background on Yojimbo!
A great analysis and contextual sketch for one of Japanese cinemas great works.
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Apple Podcasts | #190 |  Australia/TV & Film/Film Reviews |
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This program consistently delivers thoughtful, cinema-forward discussions centered on Japanese film across a wide spectrum—from classic Kurosawa and Yakuza portraits to contemporary anime, kaiju, and experimental works. Hosts pair with journalists, academics, filmmakers, and writers to unpack narrative depth, cultural context, and production choices, often tying films to broader Japanese society, history, and identity. A standout attribute is how episodes blend accessible film critique with deeper cultural commentary, creating a useful resource for listeners who want both entertaining discussion and educational insight. The show's guest roster tends to skew toward experts with strong ties to Japan, and its iterative exploration of diverse g... more
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4. Peter Divito
5. Jonathan Wroot
6. Lindsay Nelson
7. Kaz Wheeler
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