Friday July 18
The Classic World of Japanese Film Japanese films have inspired and influenced American filmmakers from George Lucas, Francis Ford Coppola to Steven Speilberg. Tonight's screening is a rarely seen gem that played during the first Japanese Film Festival 25 years ago.
Location: CCRI, Newport County Campus, Auditorium 134, One John H. Chafee Blvd., Newport
Time: 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. With discussion afterwards
Cost: Free

Staurday, July 18
New Directions in Japanese Cinema I
Cutting-edge films scheduled for the 2008 Rhode Island International Film Festival, are given a "First Look" advance screening.
Location: CCRI, Newport County Campus, Auditorium 134, One John H. ChafeemBlvd., Newport
Time: 10 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Cost: Free

RIIFF Japanese Anime Festival
This art of Japanese movie and television animation, which often has a science fiction theme, has gained huge popularity in the United States. Tonight it is given a special showcase featuring some classic and modern examples of the genre.
Location: The Shorebreak, Pier Cinema, 3 Beach St, Narragansett, RI
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $10; $8 for seniors/students and RIIFF members

Sunday, July 20
New Directions in Japanese Cinema II
Cutting-edge films scheduled for the 2008 Rhode Island International Film Festival, are given a "First Look" advance screening.
Location: Jamestown Community Center, 41 Conanicus Avenue, Jamestown
Time: Noon - 4:30 p.m.
Cost: Free

East Meets West: The music of Ikuma Dana musical celebration of the 25th Anniversary of the Black Ships Festival. This concert is under the direction of Eric R. Bronner and features pianist Nancy Nicholson, Julibeth Andrews and Kara Lund. The Japanese Film Festival is curated by James Hinsey.

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