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Theatrical Release of ‘A2-B-C’ extends to Western Japan
After a successful six-week run in the cinema in Tokyo (STORY), theatrical release of ‘A2-B-C’ extends to the Western Japan cities of Hiroshima and Nagoya (HERE), Kyoto (HERE) and Osaka (HERE).
Beyond the cinema, Ian’s films used for education
In addition to the Japan-wide release of ‘A2-B-C’, Ian has been invited to screen his work in educational contexts, most recently at symposiums at Tokyo University of the Arts (info HERE) and the International Christian University (info HERE).
Anonymous attack on ‘A2-B-C’ spurs ticket sales
An anonymous attack on Ian, his film ‘A2-B-C’ and the mothers who are documented in it appears to have contributed to an increase in the number of theatre-goers in Tokyo this week. On his blog this week, Ian wrote, ” it would indeed seem ‘there is no bad publicity‘”. More on the attack can be found HERE, while more on the sell-out crowds in Tokyo can be found HERE.
‘A2-B-C’ screens in 25th festival!
Ian’s second documentary about the children living in Fukushima, ‘A2-B-C’ (2012) screened for the 25th time in an international festival this week in Poland. More about this silver milestone is HERE.
‘A2-B-C’ receives award at festival in Brazil
At the 4th annual Uranium International Film Festival in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, ‘A2-B-C’ was awarded with a special recognition. Details can be found HERE.
Theatrical Release of ‘A2-B-C’ in Tokyo extended
The theatrical release of ‘A2-B-C’ in Tokyo has been extended by three weeks. Details, including dates, times, and theatre information, can be found HERE.
‘A2-B-C’ opens in Tokyo
After much anticipation, ‘A2-B-C’ has opened in Tokyo. The press leading up to the theatrical release can be found HERE, and the story and photos from opening night can be found HERE.
Video Messages for Fukushima on Children’s Day
For Children’s day in Japan, Ian published the video messages he has been collecting from people all over the world that have seen ‘A2-B-C’. The story about the messages, along with a link to them, can be found HERE.
Canadian and South American premiers of ‘A2-B-C’ to be held
The Canadian and South American premiers of ‘A2-B-C’ have just been announced! More information on the screenings, including details on the first time Ian’s two films about children living in Fukushima, ‘In the Grey Zone’ (2012) and ‘A2-B-C’ (2013), will be screening together, can be found HERE.
‘A2-B-C’ to Have Theatrical Release in Japan
At a press screening in Tokyo today, it was confirmed that Ian’s feature-length documentary ‘A2-B-C’, the second in his series about children living in contaminated areas of Fukushima, will be released in cinemas across Japan. Starting May 10, the film will be screened twice daily for an initial three week period in Tokyo. Announcements regarding projections in other cities in Japan are expected in the coming weeks. More information about the pres screening, cinema release, and new Japanese website and promotional materials can be be found on the DocumentingIan Blog.