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SUMMARY:Love on Trial: EAFFI
DESCRIPTION:This intriguing new film by gifted Japanese writer-director Koji Fukada (HARMONIUM\; LOVE LIFE\; EAFFI festival guest 2023) follows Mai\, a rising J-Pop idol in girlband Happyfanfare\, and her journey from fantasy to harsh reality. When Mai's romantic relationship with former classmate Kei goes public\, her career collapses\, entangled in a public trial for violating the so-called 'no dating' clause in her management contract. Inspired by real lawsuits the film exposes a controlling\, exploitative industry where a glittering world of young female idols are marketed as a fantasy of 'purity and virginity'. With former idol Kyoko Saito in the lead role\, the film has an authenticity and emotional resonance that offers powerful commentary on the complexities of idol culture and personal freedom\, both in Japanese society\, and more globally.\n\n(Marie-Pierre Richard for EAFFI Discoveries) \n\n \n\nFestival selection/awards: Cannes Premiere\, Official Selection\, Cannes International Film Festival 2025 \n\n \n\nThe screening will be introduced by Dr. Till Weing rtner (Department of Asian Studies\, School of Languages\, Literatures and Cultures\, University College Cork) \n\n\n\nPart of East Asia Film Festival Ireland (EAFFI).\n\n \n\n"An emotionally engaging and compellingly provocative drama." Next Best Picture
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:<p><span style="font-size:14px\;"><span style="font-family:arial\;">This intriguing new film by gifted Japanese writer-director Koji Fukada (HARMONIUM\; LOVE LIFE\; EAFFI festival guest 2023) follows Mai\, a rising J-Pop idol in girlband Happyfanfare\, and her journey from fantasy to harsh reality. When Mai&rsquo\;s romantic relationship with former classmate Kei goes public\, her career collapses\, entangled in a public trial for violating the so-called &lsquo\;no dating&rsquo\; clause in her management contract. Inspired by real lawsuits the film exposes a controlling\, exploitative industry where a glittering world of young female idols are marketed as a fantasy of &lsquo\;purity and virginity&rsquo\;. With former idol Kyoko Saito in the lead role\, the film has an authenticity and emotional resonance that offers powerful commentary on the complexities of idol culture and personal freedom\, both in Japanese society\, and more globally.</span></span></p>\n\n<p><span style="font-size:14px\;"><span style="font-family:arial\;">(Marie-Pierre Richard for EAFFI Discoveries)&nbsp\;</span></span></p>\n\n<p>&nbsp\;</p>\n\n<p><span style="font-size:14px\;"><span style="font-family:arial\;">Festival selection/awards: Cannes Premiere\, Official Selection\, Cannes International Film Festival 2025&nbsp\;</span></span></p>\n\n<p>&nbsp\;</p>\n\n<p><span style="font-size:14px\;"><span style="font-family:arial\;">The screening will be introduced by Dr. Till Weing&auml\;rtner (Department of Asian Studies\, School of Languages\, Literatures and Cultures\, University College Cork)&nbsp\;<br />\n<br />\nPart of East Asia Film Festival Ireland (EAFFI).</span></span></p>\n\n<p>&nbsp\;</p>\n\n<p><span style="font-size:14px\;"><span style="font-family:arial\;">&ldquo\;An emotionally engaging and compellingly provocative drama.&rdquo\;&nbsp\;<em>Next Best Picture</em></span></span></p>\n
LOCATION:Triskel Arts Centre\, Tobin Street\, Cork City
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SEQUENCE:3
DTSTAMP:20260501T193805Z
URL:https://chamber.corkchamber.ie/events/details/love-on-trial-eaffi-35294
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