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Twelve students from Portland State University in the United States visited Geek Pictures
As part of the “Tokyo Study Program” organized by Portland State University in the United States, we hosted a visit by 12 students and held a special lecture presented by our producers, Junji Yamamoto and Kiyoko Sakai.
The “Tokyo Study Program” organized by Portland State University in the U.S. is a two-week program set in Tokyo where students study Japanese film, video, and other forms of cultural expression. Through lectures at companies, film screenings, visits to film and video-related facilities, and cultural experiences at Japanese tourist destinations such as Asakusa, the students deepen their understanding of the artistic expression found in Japanese cinema and the cultural and social contexts behind it. As part of this program, our company hosted the students’ company visit.
Prior to this lecture, a pre-program survey we conducted independently revealed that the students were familiar with a wide range of Japanese films and video works, including Japanese anime, Studio Ghibli productions, and films by directors such as Akira Kurosawa and Hirokazu Kore-eda.
Furthermore, their interest extended beyond the artistic expressions found in Japanese works—such as animation, color, cinematography, and storytelling—to practical aspects of the production process, including questions like: “What is the process for creating a film or video?”“What role does a producer play?” and“What are the differences between production processes in Japan and the United States?”
In addition, students asked questions unique to those aspiring to enter the film and video industry, such as how to build their careers after graduation and the impact of AI on the industry.
On the day of the event, our producer, Junji Yamamoto, served as the main speaker. Taking these students’ interests and questions into account, he explained the process from the conception of a film project through to production, as well as the role of a producer, drawing on the works he has handled and his actual production experience.
Furthermore, he expanded the discussion to include our company’s recent efforts in distributing overseas works in Japan and international co-productions, speaking about the differences in production environments and systems between Japan and other countries, as well as the perspectives required to engage in film production across national borders.
Throughout the lecture, students asked lively questions, creating an opportunity to exchange views on the future of film production and entertainment from both Japanese and international perspectives.
The “Tokyo Study Program” organized by Portland State University in the U.S. is a two-week program set in Tokyo where students study Japanese film, video, and other forms of cultural expression. Through lectures at companies, film screenings, visits to film and video-related facilities, and cultural experiences at Japanese tourist destinations such as Asakusa, the students deepen their understanding of the artistic expression found in Japanese cinema and the cultural and social contexts behind it. As part of this program, our company hosted the students’ company visit.
Prior to this lecture, a pre-program survey we conducted independently revealed that the students were familiar with a wide range of Japanese films and video works, including Japanese anime, Studio Ghibli productions, and films by directors such as Akira Kurosawa and Hirokazu Kore-eda.
Furthermore, their interest extended beyond the artistic expressions found in Japanese works—such as animation, color, cinematography, and storytelling—to practical aspects of the production process, including questions like: “What is the process for creating a film or video?”“What role does a producer play?” and“What are the differences between production processes in Japan and the United States?”
In addition, students asked questions unique to those aspiring to enter the film and video industry, such as how to build their careers after graduation and the impact of AI on the industry.
On the day of the event, our producer, Junji Yamamoto, served as the main speaker. Taking these students’ interests and questions into account, he explained the process from the conception of a film project through to production, as well as the role of a producer, drawing on the works he has handled and his actual production experience.
Furthermore, he expanded the discussion to include our company’s recent efforts in distributing overseas works in Japan and international co-productions, speaking about the differences in production environments and systems between Japan and other countries, as well as the perspectives required to engage in film production across national borders.
Throughout the lecture, students asked lively questions, creating an opportunity to exchange views on the future of film production and entertainment from both Japanese and international perspectives.
Press Release
Twelve students from Portland State University in the United States visited Geek Pictures
As part of the “Tokyo Study Program” organized by Portland State University in the United States, we hosted a visit by 12 students and held a special lecture presented by our producers, Junji Yamamoto and Kiyoko Sakai.
The “Tokyo Study Program” organized by Portland State University in the U.S. is a two-week program set in Tokyo where students study Japanese film, video, and other forms of cultural expression. Through lectures at companies, film screenings, visits to film and video-related facilities, and cultural experiences at Japanese tourist destinations such as Asakusa, the students deepen their understanding of the artistic expression found in Japanese cinema and the cultural and social contexts behind it. As part of this program, our company hosted the students’ company visit.
Prior to this lecture, a pre-program survey we conducted independently revealed that the students were familiar with a wide range of Japanese films and video works, including Japanese anime, Studio Ghibli productions, and films by directors such as Akira Kurosawa and Hirokazu Kore-eda.
Furthermore, their interest extended beyond the artistic expressions found in Japanese works—such as animation, color, cinematography, and storytelling—to practical aspects of the production process, including questions like: “What is the process for creating a film or video?”“What role does a producer play?” and“What are the differences between production processes in Japan and the United States?”
In addition, students asked questions unique to those aspiring to enter the film and video industry, such as how to build their careers after graduation and the impact of AI on the industry.
On the day of the event, our producer, Junji Yamamoto, served as the main speaker. Taking these students’ interests and questions into account, he explained the process from the conception of a film project through to production, as well as the role of a producer, drawing on the works he has handled and his actual production experience.
Furthermore, he expanded the discussion to include our company’s recent efforts in distributing overseas works in Japan and international co-productions, speaking about the differences in production environments and systems between Japan and other countries, as well as the perspectives required to engage in film production across national borders.
Throughout the lecture, students asked lively questions, creating an opportunity to exchange views on the future of film production and entertainment from both Japanese and international perspectives.
The “Tokyo Study Program” organized by Portland State University in the U.S. is a two-week program set in Tokyo where students study Japanese film, video, and other forms of cultural expression. Through lectures at companies, film screenings, visits to film and video-related facilities, and cultural experiences at Japanese tourist destinations such as Asakusa, the students deepen their understanding of the artistic expression found in Japanese cinema and the cultural and social contexts behind it. As part of this program, our company hosted the students’ company visit.
Prior to this lecture, a pre-program survey we conducted independently revealed that the students were familiar with a wide range of Japanese films and video works, including Japanese anime, Studio Ghibli productions, and films by directors such as Akira Kurosawa and Hirokazu Kore-eda.
Furthermore, their interest extended beyond the artistic expressions found in Japanese works—such as animation, color, cinematography, and storytelling—to practical aspects of the production process, including questions like: “What is the process for creating a film or video?”“What role does a producer play?” and“What are the differences between production processes in Japan and the United States?”
In addition, students asked questions unique to those aspiring to enter the film and video industry, such as how to build their careers after graduation and the impact of AI on the industry.
On the day of the event, our producer, Junji Yamamoto, served as the main speaker. Taking these students’ interests and questions into account, he explained the process from the conception of a film project through to production, as well as the role of a producer, drawing on the works he has handled and his actual production experience.
Furthermore, he expanded the discussion to include our company’s recent efforts in distributing overseas works in Japan and international co-productions, speaking about the differences in production environments and systems between Japan and other countries, as well as the perspectives required to engage in film production across national borders.
Throughout the lecture, students asked lively questions, creating an opportunity to exchange views on the future of film production and entertainment from both Japanese and international perspectives.
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