Fuji new waves
You're referring to the "New Wave" movement in Japanese cinema, also known as the "Nuberu Bagu" () movement, which emerged in the 1960s and 1970s. This movement was characterized by a group of young, innovative filmmakers who sought to challenge the traditional Japanese film industry and create a new kind of cinema that was more experimental, avant-garde, and socially conscious.
The term "New Wave" was coined by Japanese film critics and scholars to describe this movement, which was inspired by the French New Wave movement of the 1950s and 1960s. The Japanese New Wave filmmakers were influenced by the French New Wave's emphasis on realism, location shooting, and innovative storytelling techniques.
Some of the key filmmakers associated with the Japanese New Wave include:
- Nagisa Oshima: Known for his provocative and often controversial films, such as "Seijun Suzuki's Youth" (1969) and "In the Realm of the Senses" (1976).
- Shohei Imamura: A prolific director who made over 70 films, including "The Insect Woman" (1963) and "Vengeance Is Mine" (1979).
- Masahiro Shinoda: A versatile director who made films in a variety of genres, including "Pale Flower" (1964) and "Kill!" (1968).
- Kihachi Okamoto: A director known for his visually striking and often surreal films, such as "The Human Condition" trilogy (1959-1961) and "The Sword of Doom" (1966).
- Seijun Suzuki: A director who was known for his stylish and innovative films, such as "Branded to Kill" (1967) and "Zigeunerweisen" (1980).
The Japanese New Wave movement had a significant impact on Japanese cinema, paving the way for future generations of filmmakers and influencing the development of Japanese film culture.