21- Beyond Words

Japan Competition

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A desperate actor sits through a terrible play—then gets a text from his manager: go backstage, pay your respects, and bring a gift. In a dressing room where hollow praise bounces off the walls, he keeps missing his chance to slip away. What ordeal is waiting for him behind the curtain?

Director
Kanji Furutachi
Time
0:23:50
Country
Japan
Genre
Drama
Year
2026
Cast
Takanori Kaneko, Marika Matsumoto, Masahiro Ooishi, Ikezu Shoko, Kanji Tsuda

Director

Kanji Furutachi

He studied acting in New York for five years, then returned to Japan and began his career as a stage actor. He has appeared in numerous films and TV dramas. In 2016, he directed the stage production Takaki Karemono, which received critical acclaim. Recent film credits include Enjō (2026) and Ravens (2025).

Cast

Takanori Kaneko, Marika Matsumoto, Masahiro Ooishi, Ikezu Shoko, Kanji Tsuda

Screening

Screening Venue

VenueScheduleTicket Reservation
WITH HARAJUKU HALL2026.06.08 [Mon] 15:10-17:00

Online Screening

OnlinescheduleOnline Screening
Online Screening2026.06.11 [Thu] - 2026.06.30 [Tue]

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