Young At Heart: Obayashi's 80's
The vibrant tapestry of youth and coming-of-age narratives infused with a touch of the supernatural. Japanese master Nobuhiko Obayashi seamlessly blends the extraordinary with the everyday, inviting you to rediscover the magic and mystery of growing up through his distinctive lens. This series journeys through the director’s whimsical, melancholic, and utterly unique cinematic universe during a pivotal decade in his career. We open with fan favorite House from 1977 and then travel through the 80s, ending with the heartfelt comedy-drama of Beijing Watermelon.

Beijing Watermelon
- Sun, Aug 31
Midnite weekend screenings happen on Friday & Saturday nights,. so please be sure to arrive on Friday and/or Saturday night by 11:45pm for seating and the screening will start after midnight.
Director: Nobuhiko Obayashi Run Time: 135 min. Format: DCP Release Year: 1989 Language: Japanese
Starring: Bengal, Haruhiko Saitô, Masako Motai, Takashi Sasano, Yasufumi Hayashi
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