Kicking off Season 5 with a deep dive into the King of Monsters.  Godzilla expert & author of "Godzilla On My Mind" Dr. William (Bill) Tsutsui joins the Krewe to discuss the Godzilla franchise, its roots, its impact in Japan, & how it became the global phenomenon it is today. Get in touch with your inner kaiju and learn more about your favorite giant reptilian monster!

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Embark on a cinematic and gaming odyssey as Dakota and I dissect the intriguing "Godzilla Minus One" and its alignment with the franchise's monumental 69th year. As if nostalgia isn't sweet enough, we stir the pot with Anthony's verdict on Persona 3 Reload and tackle the burning question: Will the next generation of consoles bid farewell to physical media? Our discussions don't shy away from the ever-evolving gaming hardware landscape or speculation surrounding Nintendo's next move, promising a session brimming with geeky insights.

As we pay homage to the late Carl Weathers and his indelible impressions on film and television, our conversation is a tapestry of tribute and anticipation. The latest Godzilla films unleash a storm of thoughts on the Monsterverse, while Anthony's new foldable phone enters the chat, heralding the future's embrace. Find out why a Japanese cinema piece about a kamikaze pilot's heart-wrenching tale of honor and sacrifice has left us pondering long after the credits rolled, blending the action-packed Godzilla universe with a thoughtful societal critique.

We wrap up the episode with a Godzilla feast for the senses, dissecting the character dynamics and themes from a recent film that pits humanity against the iconic monster in a stark black and white palette. This chapter isn't just about monstrous roars; it's about the roar of emotions as we dissect the poignant narrative and tease the next episode featuring the legendary "Gojira" from 1954. Join us for this entertaining yet enlightening episode of Project Geekology that promises to keep your player on repeat.

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We're talking about the splash hit of the past month as we keep the train of 2023 releases going and talk about Godzilla Minus One! A thrilling and heartfelt film that we both loved and had a lot of fun talking about. We talk about how it succeeds, its relationship with the original, Oppenheimer, and more! Contact us at rollitpodcast@gmail.com or follow us!    

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MOAR BONUS CONTENT! Think of this as Season 5 MINUS ONE. Godzilla expert & author of Godzilla On My Mind Dr. William (Bill) Tsutsui joins Doug to discuss Toho's latest Godzilla film, Godzilla Minus One. What did one of the top experts on Godzilla think of this movie? Find out right here! 

DISCLAIMER -- This conversation is NOT spoiler-free. If you don't want to hear spoilers, save this one for after you see the movie! 

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This week, Charlie and Antonio tackle the first film on the list hailing from Japan! Specifically, Kenji Mizoguchi's 1953 ethereal folktale classic UGETSU. Never heard of it? Well, don't fret, because this is a first time watch for the Filmbabble boys. Hop in and get ready to try something new out!

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UGETSU (1953), Japan, written by Matsutaro Kawaguchi and Yoshikata Yoda, directed by Kenji Mizoguchi, cinematography by Kazuo Miyagawa, featuring Machiko Kyo, Mitsuko Mito, Kinuyo Tanaka, Masayuki Mori, and Eitaro Ozawa

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Kev, Dan and Nick discuss (with spoilers) last weeks selections which are: Robert Luketic's 21 (2008), Gen Sekiguchi's Survive Style 5+ (2004) and Jeremy Saulnier's Green Room (2015). 

Special guest and friend Danny joins Ben and Matt on the podcast to break down and discuss one of Akira Kurosawa's lesser known but still great movies, High and Low. WARNING: there are spoilers!

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This week on Krewe of Japan Podcast... 約束の通り、日本アカデミー最優秀作品賞受賞監督の内田英治さんと日本語版のインタービューです。このボーナスエピソードは日本語と英語で放送します。内田英治監督の生活とキャリアについて話を楽しんでください！将来にもっと日本語版のゲストインタービューが出てきますので、ソーシャルメディアで是非フォローしてください。

As promised in Episode 18, here is the Japanese version of our interview with the Japanese Academy Award-Winning Director Eiji Uchida from January 2022. This bonus episode contains both full Japanese and English dialogue between Eiji Uchida, Doug, & our translator Yumi. Please enjoy this fun episode about Eiji Uchida's life and career! And stay tuned for more Japanese language interviews in upcoming seasons of Krewe of Japan Podcast!

(Interpretation provided by Yumi Mano) 

------ About the Krewe ------

The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel), & join us on Discord.  More on our Krewe of Japan Podcast LinkTree! Until next time, enjoy!

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This week on Krewe of Japan Podcast...the Krewe sits down for an exclusive interview with Eiji Uchida, the director of Netflix's The Naked Director & 2020 Japanese Academy Award Winner for Best Film...  Midnight Swan. In this in chat, Uchida-san discusses his career in the Japanese independent film industry, how diversity is important in movies, how internationalization via streaming platforms changed his approach to directing, Japanese biker gangs, and so much more!

(Interpretation provided by Yumi Mano) 

------ About the Krewe ------

The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy!

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Midnight Swan on IMDb

Up next in Ghost Stories I am here to present Nobuhiko Obayashi’s 1977 “mind-boggling mixed-media spectacle”, House. Join me in a discussion of this Japanese classic that looks like horror on the surface but evades typical generic categorization. This is not so much of an attempt to analyze a film as absurdly surrealist as this one as it is a chat about the historical "why?" and "so what?".  In this experimentation with the medium using a mixed-media approach, Obayashi captures the attention of a youthful audience thought to be lost to television in a spectacle that uses striking visuals on the surface and grapples with the intergenerational trauma that lies beneath. 

One crime. Four versions of the truth. Rashomon (1950) was director Akira Kurosawa's international breakthrough film, and for good reason. A highly influential film that created a new narrative structure that is still borrowed and celebrated in film's we see today. This is the dawn of the unreliable narrator and completely re-imagined how filmmakers approach flashbacks. While the influence in undeniable, is the film any good? And does is stand the test of time? Jason Furie and Adam Roth attempt to dissect this one. We tried. 

Multiple top-Oscar nominations and top-10 list appearances won’t stop this foursome from engaging in a healthy debate over whether Ryusuke Hamaguchi’s Drive My Car is worth the three-hour ride. 

What’s Good:
Alonso: Maintaining sanity
Drea: Pep talks from kindergarteners (707-998-8410)
Inkoo: Birria tacos
Ify: Masala chai concentrate from Kumquat, Fly by Jing Sichuan Chili Crisp

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Daniel Radcliffe Isn’t Interested in Going Back to Hogwarts
After Disney’s Florida Debacle, Pixar’s Lightyear has restored a same-sex kiss

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Inkoo: Everything Everywhere All At Once
Drea: 7 Days
Ify: Jeen-Yuhs

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In the final part of this 2-part episode, Doug and Nigel conclude their discussion with Rob Dyer (founder and CEO of The Real Japan). This time they tackle the specific off the beaten path recommendations in the Kansai area, from onsen town and art museums, to giant torii and castles in the sky. They also discuss helpful topics like navigating via taxis and with little Japanese. Post interview Doug and Nigel discuss their thoughts on their interview with Rob. As always, buckle up, this is an episode you don't want to miss!

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In this part 1 of this 2-part episode, Doug and Nigel sit down with Rob Dyer (founder and CEO of The Real Japan). The Krewe and Rob cover a lot of ground in this episode from Rob's visit to the Krewe's home of New Orleans, his backstory of falling in love with Japan, and meeting his wife via a penpal exchange to Rob's first journeys to Kansai, the beginning of our conversation on off the beaten path travel, and planning for serendipity. Buckle up, this is an episode you don't want to miss!

Be sure to catch part 2 of the interview airing next week!

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TADAIMA! The Krewe is BACK! Season 2 kicks off October 1st at 12p CST, and Nigel, Jenn, & Doug are coming in hot with this super-sized special first episode! The Krewe goes down the rabbit hole that is Studio Ghibli, talking about some history behind the famous animation studio and their favorite films. Then, Steve Alpert, former Senior Vice President at Studio Ghibli and author of Sharing a House with the Never-Ending Man: 15 Years at Studio Ghibli, joins the Krewe for a deep dive into what it was like to work with Miyazaki & how he played a pivotal role in in bringing Ghibli favorites to international markets. You don’t want to miss this one!

The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, and Stitcher.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy!

Ryan and Ty jump back into some anime, and maybe for the last time because once again there are some split feelings on it. This week its all about the 1988 film that catapulted the genre - Akira. From its commentary on Japan's place in the decades following WWII, to humanity transcending to a new plane, this film has a lot to talk about. So tune in, enjoy, and while you're at it let us know what you think! Contact us at rollitpodcast@gmail.com or follow us!    

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In the gangs premier episode, Alex, Brooke, and Vicky compare and contrast Paddington with Takashi Miike's Visitor Q -- they're unexpectedly similar!

WoHos!!

This week we looked at the Kiyoshi Kurasawa classic tech Jhorror, PULSE/KAIRO from 2001 and probably didn't understand most of it. That didn't stop us from talking about it, though, and we go OFF on the remake. Why? Just...why?

We also talk Norwegian TV, if relationships are possible on the Internet, horror anime and whether Ian Somerhalder is an actual human or some kind of supernatural entity.

We hope you listen and enjoy.

 Watchalonger WoHos, Join us in two weeks when we wrap up Season 2 with Hideo Nakata's DARK WATER from 2002 and the 2005 American remake.

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