The Japan Times2d ago
When groupthink becomes grotesque: "New Group" is a stylized take on social conformity, but loses the thread halfway through. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/culture/2026/06/12/film/new-group/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #culture #film #japanesefilm #yutashimotsu #highschools #annayamada #pierretaki #yuzuaoki #takashishimizu
‘New Group’ has big ideas but wobbly foundations

Human pyramids and other gymnastic formations become an ominous metaphor in Yuta Shimotsu’s sophomore feature, but the film’s reach exceeds its grasp.

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The Japan TimesMay 18, 2023
Takeshi Kogahara’s drama is a ravishing and disquieting tale of hauntings and forbidden lust that rewards close attention. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/culture/2023/05/18/films/film-reviews/nagisa/?utm_content=buffer0a9a4&utm_medium=social&utm_source=mastodon&utm_campaign=bffmstdn #culture #film #yuzuaoki #nagisa #takeshikogahara #nanamiyamazaki
‘Nagisa’: A beautiful fever dream of guilt and grief

Takeshi Kogahara’s drama is a ravishing and disquieting tale of hauntings and forbidden lust that rewards close attention.

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