IMAGICA GROUP Original Film Production Project: Second film, with Kei Ishikawa, Shozo Ichiyama, and Yuka Banno as judges, to be announced globally at Cannes!
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IMAGICA GROUP launched its original film production project in 2025 to discover new talent and explore the possibilities of Japanese visual expression on a global stage. Following the first film, 'Maria,' the content of the second selected work will be announced to the world during the 79th Cannes International Film Festival. The project aims to produce one film annually for five years, selected from within the group companies, with the goal of being screened and winning awards at international film festivals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the name of the company launching the Original Film Production Project and where is its headquarters located?
- A: IMAGICA GROUP Inc. launched the project, and its headquarters is located in Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan.
- Q: When was the IMAGICA GROUP Original Film Production Project launched and what is its main objective?
- A: The project was launched in 2025 with the objective of discovering new talent and advancing Japanese visual expression on the global stage.
- Q: At which international film festival will the second film from the project be announced and in what year?
- A: The second film will be announced at the 79th Cannes International Film Festival in 2026 during the Marché du Film.
- Q: How many film proposals were submitted internally for the second film selection and how many were chosen?
- A: A total of 44 film proposals were submitted internally, and one winning proposal was selected for production.
- Q: Which three individuals are serving as judges for the second film selection and what is Kei Ishikawa's notable achievement?
- A: Kei Ishikawa, Shozo Ichiyama, and Yuka Banno are judges; Kei Ishikawa won Best Picture and Best Director at the 46th Japan Academy Film Prize for 'A Man'.